A water main break on Merriewold Lane South near Route 208 in the Village of South Blooming Grove prompted a water shutdown and road closure Sunday as crews worked to repair the damaged line.

Crews initially shut off water service in the affected area to allow repair work to begin. Merriewold Lane South was subsequently closed to traffic near Route 208 as workers accessed the damaged main and began making repairs.

Motorists should avoid Merriewold Lane South near Route 208 while the roadway remains closed and repair work continues.