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City officials are responding to a large water main break in the 1700 Block of Florida Ave., along with an accompanying gas leak and sinkhole. WTOP quotes a D.C. fire department spokesperson saying the break has led to basement flooding in homes around the vicinity of 18th and U Streets NW.

The 20-inch water main was first reported broken at about 7:30 a.m. this morning. Readers tell us Florida Ave. is effectively closed between 17th to 18th, along with part of 18th Street. DC WASA, Washington Gas, the fire department and police are all on the scene.

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