Water mains rupture in Parkville, Essex

The Department of Public Works reports that water mains have ruptured in Parkville and in Essex. DPW says a six-inch diameter water main has broken at 8 Tigerwood Court in Parkville (21234). Six customers are currently without service. A 12-inch water main has also ruptured in the 600 block of Eastern Boulevard in Essex (21221). Approximately 70 customers and two […]

Baltimore County rat eradication program set to expand

Baltimore County Executive Kevin Kamenetz announced on Thursday that Baltimore County plans to expand its multi-faceted rat eradication program to include 10 additional neighborhoods beginning this July. The program initially rolled out to 13 Baltimore County communities in 2017. “People shouldn’t have to live among rats and the feedback we’re getting is overwhelmingly positive that our enhanced comprehensive approach is […]

Water main break reported in White Marsh

Some White Marsh residents have been left without service following a water main break.  The rupture occurred in the 10800 block of Philadelphia Road on Wednesday afternoon. The Department of Public Works says it should have crews out to the scene by Thursday evening. In the meantime, the White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company is lending a helping hand. Residents affected […]

Water main break reported in Essex

Crews are responding to the scene of a Monday morning water main break in Essex. The Department of Public Works reports that an eight-inch water main has broken in the 700 block of Seawall Road (21221). Approximately fifty residents and one fire hydrant are currently without service. There has been no ETA on repairs. Motorists should use caution in the […]