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Farms Addresses 4 Water Main Breaks in Matter of Days
The Farms water superintendent says this winter has been one of the worst for water main breaks.

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The Farms water superintendent says this winter has been one of the worst for water main breaks.

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Exact cause cannot be determined but likely an electrical issue is to blame, public safety director tells council.