A water main break near the Diamond Z Arena in Cedar City caused heavy flooding across multiple lanes of a road on September 17. The incident involved a possible hit to a fire hydrant, resulting in a large water spout reaching approximately 50 feet in height.
Emergency crews responded to the utility hazard located on North Cross Hollow Road. Dispatch records indicate that fire staff, EMS, and law enforcement were all dispatched to the scene. Medic Ambulance 751 arrived at the location and requested law enforcement assistance.
The incident involved a blown main water line located in the middle of the road. The high-pressure water created a heavy flow that spanned all lanes of the roadway. During the response, a South Dakota license plate was noted at the scene.
City streets personnel were notified of the utility problem. Officials stated they were working the street half off to address the situation.
