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Water main break shuts down multiple Petersburg intersections, police say

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PETERSBURG, Va. — A water main break shut down multiple Petersburg intersections Tuesday afternoon, according to police.

The following intersections are impacted by the break:

  • Wythe Street at Union Street
  • Union Street at Washington Street
  • Washington Street at Sycamore Street, with traffic being detoured at Adams Street

Police said city crews are working to make repairs.

Drivers are encouraged to find alternate routes.

This is a developing story. Email the CBS 6 Newsroom if you have additional information to share.

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