Aztec turns off water today to repair water line

FARMINGTON — Several Aztec restaurants are closed this morning as city crews repair a broken water line.

The city had intended to shut the water off later in the day, but a press release issued this morning said the repair had become an emergency.

The Public Works Department planned to shut the water off at 7 a.m. near West Aztec Boulevard and Ash Street, according to the release.

Three restaurants affected by the water shut-off. McDonald's, Blake's Lotaburger and Pizza Hut will all be without water until about noon today, according to the press release.

The release said the businesses likely will be closed during this time.