United States - September 05, 2025 A major water main break erupted on September 5, 2025, sending a towering geyser of water into a residential neighborhood and forcing the closure of roads in the area. The 17900 block of E Easter Ave. was closed between S Franklin St. and E Davies Pl., with authorities advising drivers to use alternate routes. The dramatic break, captured on video, highlights the ongoing vulnerabilities of aging water infrastructure in the United States. With nearly six million lead pipes still in use nationwide, experts warn that many systems remain in urgent need of upgrades. The Environmental Protection Agency has long noted the risks posed by old and fragile water systems, and federal initiatives such as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law aim to address these challenges. However, implementation of these measures continues to face obstacles, leaving communities exposed to incidents like this. Similar events, including the 2024 Atlanta water main break, underscore the fragility of urban water systems in the face of aging infrastructure and increasing weather extremes driven by climate change.