Water Main Bursts on Johnston Road in Wan Chai, Halting Salt Water Supply and Closing Lanes

A water main burst on Johnston Road in Wan Chai, Hong Kong, on Wednesday afternoon, November 11, sending muddy water across the road, suspending flushing salt water supply to nearby premises and closing a stretch of the road toward North Point, disrupting traffic.

The rupture happened at about 3:40 p.m., under the carriageway outside 181 Johnston Road. Muddy water mixed with grit spread across the road surface and onto the pavement, inundating the eastbound slow lane and the adjoining footpath, leaving pedestrians unable to pass safely.

According to the Water Supplies Department, the damaged pipe is believed to be part of the salt water system. Salt water supply has been suspended at even-numbered addresses on Queen's Road East (8–258), Hennessy Road (8–226A) and Johnston Road (2–212), and at 8 Tai Yuen Street, while repairs proceed.

The entire stretch of Johnston Road toward North Point between Luard Road and Fleming Road has been closed, with motorists advised to use alternative routes.

Source: Dimsum Daily; Hong Kong Water Supplies Department. Photo: file photo illustrating a burst water main.