Brown Water Flows Through Streets Of Elizabeth, N.J. After Water Main Break

ELIZABETH, N.J. (CBSNewYork) -- A water main break in Elizabeth, N.J. sent brown water running through nearby streets Monday morning.

City officials said a 10" water main gave way near Spofford Avenue and Edgar Road.

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Firefighters shut down streets in the area and were checking buildings for water pressure.

The Liberty water company is working to fix the break.

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