Water surged through the streets of Northeast Philadelphia early Tuesday morning after a water main broke at the intersection of Elmhurst and Robbins, flooding the Oxford Circle roadway. NBC10’s Skyforce10 helicopter captured footage of the sudden deluge, showing workers already on site as water rushed from the broken main. The incident began at about 7:30 a.m., and the scene quickly turned into a large pool of water along the roadway.
The Incident
Crews were working in the Oxford Circle section of Northeast Philly when the water main broke. The burst caused a sudden surge of water that flooded the roadway at Elmhurst and Robbins. The water was seen making large pools along the roadway as the scene unfolded. The temperature dropped into the teens as the sun rose, adding to the dramatic conditions on the street.
The Response
NBC10’s Skyforce10 chopper was on the scene, spotting workers as they moved to address the flooding. The crew’s presence was visible in the footage, but officials have not yet said how many homes may be impacted by the burst. Municipal officials did not immediately say how long it may take for the issue to be resolved, leaving residents uncertain about the duration of the disruption.
Current Status
At the time of reporting, the water had formed large pools along the roadway, and the temperature had fallen into the teens. NBC10 is working to learn more about the situation, and updates will be added as new information becomes available. The incident remains a breaking news story, and the authorities are still assessing the full extent of the damage.
Key Takeaways
- Water surged from a broken main at Elmhurst and Robbins, flooding the Oxford Circle roadway.
- NBC10’s Skyforce10 chopper captured workers responding to the burst at about 7:30 a.m.
- Municipal officials have not yet disclosed how many homes may be affected or how long resolution will take.
The incident illustrates how quickly a water main failure can affect local infrastructure. Residents and officials are awaiting further details as the situation develops.
