If you've tried to maneuver through Alexander Street this week in Clinton, you've likely noticed the area is very busy and very wet.

Tuesday night at the Clinton City Council meeting, Commissioner of Public Property John Wise informed the Council this has been a hectic week with multiple water main breaks in that portion of town.

Public Works Director Steve Lobb told the Council with these bitter cold temperatures, it isn't uncommon to see water mains break. He gives credit to his crews for battling the extreme elements.

  According to Lobb, the water pressure for that part of town was predictably decreased while crews addressed the situation. He points out you can't overhaul your whole infrastructure at once, but the City has taken steps over the years to make it better.

A break in the extreme cold in the next several days. However, Lobb indicates that doesn't mean they are out of the woods yet. With radical swings in temperatures possible, they could still have a few more main breaks before all is said and done.