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Atlanta Intown, Buckhead, News

Repairs completed on massive water main break in Buckhead

by Collin Kelley January 31, 2025 | 8:32 amJanuary 31, 2025 | 8:35 am

Brookhaven, Chamblee, Decatur, DeKalb

UPDATE: DeKalb lifts remaining boil water advisory

by Collin Kelley January 17, 2025 | 11:00 pmJanuary 19, 2025 | 9:49 am

Chamblee, DeKalb, Dunwoody, Education, News

Dunwoody High School students relocated due to water main break

by Cathy Cobbs October 30, 2024 | 10:56 amOctober 30, 2024 | 12:00 pm

This image shows significant damage to underground infrastructure, likely a sewer or water main break. The photo depicts a large hole or cavity in what appears to be a concrete surface, possibly a road or sidewalk. Inside the hole, you can see: Broken concrete and debris Exposed soil and rocks A large pipe or conduit, which appears to be damaged or broken Muddy water pooling at the bottom of the cavity The damage seems extensive, with jagged edges of broken concrete visible around the perimeter of the hole. The exposed pipe and surrounding area are covered in mud and debris, indicating a possible leak or burst. This type of damage could be the result of various factors such as aging infrastructure, ground shifting, excessive pressure, or corrosion. It would likely require immediate attention from municipal services or utility companies to repair the damage and restore service. The image highlights the importance of maintaining and regularly inspecting underground infrastructure to prevent such failures, which can be costly and disruptive to repair. — Credit: Screenshot

Atlanta Intown, Buckhead, News

Update: Buckhead water main break impacts apartment complexes

by Collin Kelley July 4, 2024 | 8:38 pmJuly 4, 2024 | 9:42 pm

Atlanta Intown, Buckhead, Fulton, News, Opinion, Sustainability

Above the Waterline: What’s the matter with Atlanta’s pipes?

by Sally Bethea July 1, 2024 | 12:52 pmJuly 1, 2024 | 5:36 pm

Atlanta Intown, Buckhead, Dining, Featured Story, News

Steamhouse Lounge reopens in Midtown, but water damage from main breaks keeps Eleventh Street Pub closed for now

by Beth McKibben June 6, 2024 | 2:40 pmJune 7, 2024 | 8:38 am

Atlanta Intown, Buckhead, DeKalb, Featured Story, Fulton, News

UPDATE: Boil advisory remains for parts of Atlanta until state agency approves water samples

by Collin Kelley June 4, 2024 | 6:08 amJune 5, 2024 | 8:39 am

Atlanta Intown, Buckhead, Featured Story, News

Boil water advisory continues even as Atlanta’s water crisis eases

by Dyana Bagby, Collin Kelley, Beth McKibben, Cathy Cobbs and Sammie Purcell June 1, 2024 | 11:33 pmJune 3, 2024 | 9:15 am

Atlanta Intown, Buckhead, DeKalb, Dining, Fulton, News

Atlanta restaurants faced closures for a second day due to citywide water outages

by Beth McKibben June 1, 2024 | 2:58 pmJune 3, 2024 | 9:15 am

Atlanta Intown, Buckhead, Business, Featured Story, News, Public Safety

UPDATE: Atlanta’s water crisis continues to impact major events, businesses

by Dyana Bagby and Collin Kelley June 1, 2024 | 12:38 amJune 3, 2024 | 9:16 am