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Portland Water Bureau crews continue repairing a fire line break on Southwest Alder Street between Fourth and Fifth avenues.
Southwest Alder will reopen between Fourth and Fifth avenues for the Wednesday evening commute and close again at 7 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 7 until repairs are completed later that day.
The traveling public is reminded to stay alert and use caution as traffic may suddenly slow or stop. To avoid traffic delays, motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes around the work site.
The Portland Water Bureau's Maintenance & Construction crews are ready to respond to emergencies, including water main breaks, 24-hours a day, seven days a week. On average, crews respond to 200 main breaks a year.
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