Pittsburgh Water is working with emergency responders to clear ice that blocked water intake along the Allegheny River. According to officials, the ice blockage is restricting capacity and preventing normal pumping operations in the service area for Pittsburgh Water. Water service and pressure may be impacted, especially in higher elevation neighborhoods. As of 11:25 a.m. some of the ice formation has been broken off, however a barge and tugboat will be used to aid efforts. This article will be updated as new information becomes available. Download the WTAE app to stay connected with breaking news. Sign up for our email newsletters to get breaking news in your inbox.
PITTSBURGH —
Pittsburgh Water is working with emergency responders to clear ice that blocked water intake along the Allegheny River.
According to officials, the ice blockage is restricting capacity and preventing normal pumping operations in the service area for Pittsburgh Water.
Water service and pressure may be impacted, especially in higher elevation neighborhoods.
As of 11:25 a.m. some of the ice formation has been broken off, however a barge and tugboat will be used to aid efforts.
This article will be updated as new information becomes available.
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