Anthony, Texas – On Thursday afternoon a construction crew from Gigabyte struck a municipal water main while excavating near an OXXO gas station, creating a leak that knocked out water service to a portion of the town.
Quick response from town officials
Town spokespersons reported that the incident occurred at 4:15 p.m. when the contractor’s equipment hit the underground pipe. Within fifteen minutes, emergency crews arrived on scene and began isolating the damaged section by closing nearby valves. Despite the valve closures, water continued to flow into the compromised segment.
Further investigation revealed that a storage tank supplied water to the affected area. Crews promptly took the tank offline to prevent additional loss and to facilitate repairs. As a result, several neighborhoods experienced a temporary interruption in water service.
Repairs completed by early morning
Work crews worked through the night, completing the necessary repairs by 6 a.m. on Friday. By 8 a.m., water pressure had been fully restored and residents were able to resume normal usage. Town officials thanked the emergency responders and the contractor for their swift action and cooperation.
“We appreciate the hard work of our public‑works team and the contractor for addressing the issue quickly,” the town spokesperson said. “Our priority is always to ensure reliable water service for our community, and we are pleased to have resolved the situation promptly.”
What residents need to know
Officials reminded residents that water quality remains safe and that any discoloration or debris in the lines should be flushed out by running taps for a few minutes. The town will continue to monitor the system throughout the day to confirm that pressure remains stable.
For future projects, the town plans to review excavation protocols and increase coordination with contractors to minimize the risk of similar incidents. Residents are encouraged to report any water service concerns to the town’s public‑works department at (915) 555‑1234.
Original reporting: El Paso News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
