Water Main Break in Astoria

Last night's water main break that forced evacuations in a number of homes should be a lesson to everyone: Get renter's or owner's insurance. It doesn't cost that much in the long run and it's totally worth it. [Ask Gothamist on renter's insurance]

Authorities suspect that a contractor working on new homes in the area may have caused the problems. Sigh, Queens can't get a break, can it?

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By Jen Chung in News on February 17, 2005 9:30 AM

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My renter's insurance only covers water damage caused by plumbing in the building. Damage caused by broken watermains isn't covered. Check your policies, especially if you live in a basement or first-floor apartment.

pk

pretty sure renter's insurance does not cover flooding - most commercial insurance does not, either. and given that the city's water pipes break a couple hundred times a year, that's a problem.