The consequences of the watermain break have been far-reaching, affecting not only the infrastructure but also the lives of the local community. Michelle Foxworthy, a resident whose car was directly impacted by the incident, expressed her frustration, stating, "Yea straight on my car, those construction workers don't know how to do their job right. They also blew our Google Fiber line, so we have to get that fixed too. I have damage to my car, rocks in every part of it, even under the hood and trunk. I'm so livid."
Another resident, Jill Vonerdmannsdorff, spoke of the damage caused to her mother's property due to the break. "The break washed all that mud and rock onto my mother's property and destroyed the top of her driveway. It began to flood the patio as well. We've called the city, and somehow there is no answer when transferred to the correct department, and the voicemail box is magically full, so we cannot even leave our info for a callback. The city's short-term solution was to fill in the giant hole with gravel for the meantime and still allow vehicles to drive over that portion of the road that is barely hanging on."
The lack of communication and immediate response from the city has compounded the frustrations of residents already dealing with the aftermath of the watermain break. The inability to reach the appropriate department and the absence of a functional voicemail system have hindered efforts to report damages and seek assistance. Concerns have been raised about the city's preparedness to handle such incidents and their commitment to addressing the needs of affected residents promptly.
Efforts are currently underway to rectify the situation and mitigate the impact on the community. City officials have acknowledged the urgency of the matter and have committed to resolving the communication issues promptly. They have assured residents that the damaged watermain will be repaired, and steps will be taken to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future. Additionally, measures are being put in place to expedite the restoration of the Google Fiber line, which suffered damage during the construction work.
As Gladstone residents navigate the aftermath of this disruptive event, they look to the city for swift and effective action to address the damages and restore normalcy. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of robust infrastructure maintenance and the need for efficient communication channels between residents and local authorities during times of crisis.
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