DORCHESTER, MASS. (WHDH) - A large water main break shut down part of a major road in Dorchester Saturday night leaving two dozen homes without access to water.
Motorists and pedestrians were urged to avoid Gallivan Boulevard near Hallet Street as crews worked to repair a 12-inch water main break that flooded the area.
A young girl who rushed out to see the commotion was injured when she fell into a sewer grate, according to Boston Fire Chief Joe Casper. The girl is expected to be ok.
Some travel lanes were reopened after the water was shut off to the area.
About 22 homes and two condos were without access to water for a time.
Residents in the area may also experience discolored water but, officials at the Boston Water and Sewer Company say it is still safe to drink.
The cleanup process is underway.
Advisory from @MassDOT – in #Boston Gallivan Boulevard closed at Hallet St due to a water main break;no ETA on when it reopens
— Jacquelyn Goddard (@JacqueGoddard) June 16, 2019
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