Residents of McKees Rocks faced unexpected disruptions after a water main break occurred just after midnight on Thursday along Helen Street, near the St. Mary Ukrainian Orthodox Parish. According to WPXI, the incident led to the closing of Helen Street between Ella and Catherine Streets as West View Water crews were dispatched to address the urgent repairs needed.

The break appeared to have taken place on a 10-inch main situated between George and Catherine streets. A West View Water spokesperson estimated that service was expected to be restored by noon. Amidst the break's fallout, a local homeowner experienced flooding in their basement, adding a personal toll to the community issue. Meanwhile, details on how long the repairs would take to definitively conclude were initially not provided, leaving some uncertainty hanging in the atmosphere for affected residents.

Efforts to mend the damage began promptly, with work crews seen on-site in the early morning hours. The break, reported to have happened around 12:30 a.m., led to significant water flow issues in the area. WTAE confirmed that crews had been called to the scene, highlighting the rapid response to this pressing municipal challenge.