Water leak closes several businesses near Whyte Avenue intersection

A closure notice is taped to the front door of Edmonton's MEAT restaurant after a water main break on Feb. 19, 2025. (Sean McClune / CTV News Edmonton)

A water leak near a major Old Strathcona intersection forced several businesses to close Tuesday night.

Utility provider Epcor told CTV News Edmonton its crews responded to a water leak near 104 Street and Whyte Avenue at around 6 p.m.

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On Wednesday, Epcor said 11 customers were affected and had their water restored in less than two hours.

Saylish Haas told CTV News Edmonton five restaurants she co-owns – Meat, The Next Act, Marlo Tacos, Pip and Pals Sandwiches – were forced to close Tuesday night.

Epcor said the source of the leak was a break on a hydrant line, not a water main as it initially said Tuesday.

Crews will complete the repairs “soon,” Epcor added, and it does not anticipate the work will impact businesses again.