Water Main Break in Seattle's Crown Hill Neighborhood Causes Boil Water Advisory for 3,000 Households and Businesses.

A water main break in Seattle's Crown Hill neighborhood has affected approximately 3,000 households and businesses. Seattle Public Utilities is working to repair the 16-inch water main and determine the cause of the break. As a precaution, customers are advised to boil their tap water before drinking or use purchased bottled water. The affected area includes South border: NW 83rd St, North Border: NW Woodbine Way, East border: 9th Ave NW, and West border: Valmay Ave NW – 23rd Ave NW. SPU estimates it will take up to 48 hours to confirm the water is safe to drink.