Water Main Break Causes Flooding At Clairton School

September 27, 2020 7:34 am

CLAIRTON, Pa. (WPXI) — Several feet of standing water pushed against the walls of a Clairton school after a water line broke Saturday and about half a foot flooded parts of the building. Crews at the scene said there was heavy damage to the elementary and kindergarten areas of the building. The high school and gymnasium were spared by the water. Crews were called about the water issue around 5 p.m. Saturday along Waddell Avenue. School officials made the decision to cancel school for Monday after seeing the extensive damage. Pennsylvania American Water said water was shut off shortly after the break was reported. Clairton Education Center experienced some flooding due to the break. A restoration crew was called to the school and will be onsite throughout the night to clear out the water and fix any damage. An update on the situation will be provided late tomorrow morning.