Canada: Water main break causing traffic disruptions in Montreal early Jan. 22

Event

A water main break on De Lorimier Avenue in Montreal is causing localized flooding and ongoing disruptions the morning of Jan. 22. The pipe is said to have burst near Rue de Rouen. City workers will reduce the water pressure on the main for the duration of the repair works.

Localized commercial, transport, and water disruptions are likely near the impacted location through at least the afternoon of Jan. 22. Commuters coming off Jacques-Cartier Bridge are likely to also face major traffic disruptions if proceeding on or near the affected part of De Lorimier Avenue.

Advice

Avoid the area around the Rue de Rouen and De Lorimier Avenue intersection Jan. 22; use alternative routes instead. Confirm alternative water supplies for business operations. In locations with no water service, pressure and water quality may be poor after normal service resumes; run taps for several minutes before using water.