Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Video by Alex
A major water main break (initially reported as a leaking fire hydrant) struck at approximately 3:04 AM on March 14, 2026, at the intersection of Plaza Street East and Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn (near Grand Army Plaza in the Prospect Heights area), causing significant flooding on the streets with a fire hydrant spewing water forcefully, deep puddles forming, and vehicles splashing through the high water. Video footage captured the chaotic scene of gushing water and flooded roads, while the FDNY responded alongside utilities (including DEP and Con Edison), noting possible undermining of the roadway; the flow was stopped within about 30 minutes, no water service disruptions occurred citywide, and repairs were promptly underway with no reported injuries or major structural damage.
Video by Alex
A major water main break (initially reported as a leaking fire hydrant) struck at approximately 3:04 AM on March 14, 2026, at the intersection of Plaza Street East and Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn (near Grand Army Plaza in the Prospect Heights area), causing significant flooding on the streets with a fire hydrant spewing water forcefully, deep puddles forming, and vehicles splashing through the high water. Video footage captured the chaotic scene of gushing water and flooded roads, while the FDNY responded alongside utilities (including DEP and Con Edison), noting possible undermining of the roadway; the flow was stopped within about 30 minutes, no water service disruptions occurred citywide, and repairs were promptly underway with no reported injuries or major structural damage.
