Month: September 2025

KCNC

By Tori Mason

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    Colorado (KCNC) — A quiet street in Colorado filled with water Friday, after a 12-inch water main burst, blasting water more than 40 feet into the air.

Ronald Wright has lived on Easter Avenue in Centennial for 45 years, and said he’s never seen anything like it. He had just dropped his son off at work when he stumbled upon the scene.

“I came around that corner and it looked like Old Faithful in front of my house,” Wright said. “It was about 45 feet in the air, and I didn’t know what was going on. Of course, I couldn’t get in my driveway.”

He immediately called 911.

Even the utility crew was stunned by the scale of the geyser.

“The guy from the water department, he’s been there 35 years. He’s never seen anything this serious or this big,” Wright said.

The eruption forced water, rocks, and debris down the street. Wright’s home took the brunt of it.

The pressure was so strong that it exploded through the pavement, leaving a massive hole and chunks of pavement in his driveway. His mailbox is buried in a crater.

“It does look like a volcano happened here,” Wright said. “You see all these rocks around here, looks like lava rocks. Getting hit by one of these wouldn’t feel so good!”

Luckily, no one was injured.

The break came from an aging main. Wright said he was told the pipe would need to be replaced. Crews also told him the utility would take responsibility for the cleanup and any damage.

“I just had a new roof put on, and I’m hoping it’s okay, because it was not cheap,” he laughed. Some water made its way to his basement and garage.

The street was closed, and homes were without water for six to eight hours.

Despite the disruption, Wright kept his sense of humor.

“Things happen, you know? It’s just luck. It’s not good, bad luck, but it’s the way it is,” he said. “I guess I won’t be getting mail for a while, though.”

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KCNC

By Tori Mason

Click here for updates on this story

    Colorado (KCNC) — A quiet street in Colorado filled with water Friday, after a 12-inch water main burst, blasting water more than 40 feet into the air.

Ronald Wright has lived on Easter Avenue in Centennial for 45 years, and said he’s never seen anything like it. He had just dropped his son off at work when he stumbled upon the scene.

“I came around that corner and it looked like Old Faithful in front of my house,” Wright said. “It was about 45 feet in the air, and I didn’t know what was going on. Of course, I couldn’t get in my driveway.”

He immediately called 911.

Even the utility crew was stunned by the scale of the geyser.

“The guy from the water department, he’s been there 35 years. He’s never seen anything this serious or this big,” Wright said.

The eruption forced water, rocks, and debris down the street. Wright’s home took the brunt of it.

The pressure was so strong that it exploded through the pavement, leaving a massive hole and chunks of pavement in his driveway. His mailbox is buried in a crater.

“It does look like a volcano happened here,” Wright said. “You see all these rocks around here, looks like lava rocks. Getting hit by one of these wouldn’t feel so good!”

Luckily, no one was injured.

The break came from an aging main. Wright said he was told the pipe would need to be replaced. Crews also told him the utility would take responsibility for the cleanup and any damage.

“I just had a new roof put on, and I’m hoping it’s okay, because it was not cheap,” he laughed. Some water made its way to his basement and garage.

The street was closed, and homes were without water for six to eight hours.

Despite the disruption, Wright kept his sense of humor.

“Things happen, you know? It’s just luck. It’s not good, bad luck, but it’s the way it is,” he said. “I guess I won’t be getting mail for a while, though.”

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By Karen Morfitt

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    Colorado (KCNC) — A Colorado boy is heading home after a terrifying medical emergency at recess, one that doctors say is like what happened to NFL player Damar Hamlin.

Twelve-year-old Jordan Palomar of Fort Morgan collapsed on the playground last week after going into sudden cardiac arrest. He was flown to HCA HealthOne Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children at Presbyterian St. Luke’s.

While there, doctors implanted a device to regulate his heart rhythm. Jordan is now recovering and reunited with his family, just in time to celebrate his 13th birthday with his twin brother.

“I didn’t even know why I was in here,” Jordan said Friday morning from his hospital bed.

His parents said the call from the school was one they’ll never forget. Jordan, an active soccer player and sports fan, had open heart surgery as an infant but hadn’t had any issues since.

“I just remember going as fast as I could, just trying to get to him,” his father said.

Doctors say immediate CPR and the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED) on the playground helped save Jordan’s life.

“We’re still working to understand the exact cause,” said Dr. Ian Milligan.

Jordan’s case mirrors that of Damar Hamlin, the Buffalo Bills player who collapsed during a game in 2023. Both incidents have underscored the importance of having emergency plans and life-saving equipment in schools and public places.

“I think awareness and having a plan in place, having the right people and training and devices in the right places is the best thing we can do for our children,” Dr. Milligan added.

A school nurse, a school resource officer, who also happens to be a close family friend, and a student who ran for help are all credited with saving Jordan’s life.

“They did everything perfectly right at the right time to save my life,” Jordan said.

As he recovered in the hospital, Jordan was surrounded by support from his classmates, including handmade cards and letters. His care team even helped him celebrate his 13th birthday in the hospital alongside his twin.

“Things could have gone a lot differently,” his mom said. “He might not have been here to celebrate that birthday.”

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KCNC

By Karen Morfitt

Click here for updates on this story

    Colorado (KCNC) — A Colorado boy is heading home after a terrifying medical emergency at recess, one that doctors say is like what happened to NFL player Damar Hamlin.

Twelve-year-old Jordan Palomar of Fort Morgan collapsed on the playground last week after going into sudden cardiac arrest. He was flown to HCA HealthOne Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children at Presbyterian St. Luke’s.

While there, doctors implanted a device to regulate his heart rhythm. Jordan is now recovering and reunited with his family, just in time to celebrate his 13th birthday with his twin brother.

“I didn’t even know why I was in here,” Jordan said Friday morning from his hospital bed.

His parents said the call from the school was one they’ll never forget. Jordan, an active soccer player and sports fan, had open heart surgery as an infant but hadn’t had any issues since.

“I just remember going as fast as I could, just trying to get to him,” his father said.

Doctors say immediate CPR and the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED) on the playground helped save Jordan’s life.

“We’re still working to understand the exact cause,” said Dr. Ian Milligan.

Jordan’s case mirrors that of Damar Hamlin, the Buffalo Bills player who collapsed during a game in 2023. Both incidents have underscored the importance of having emergency plans and life-saving equipment in schools and public places.

“I think awareness and having a plan in place, having the right people and training and devices in the right places is the best thing we can do for our children,” Dr. Milligan added.

A school nurse, a school resource officer, who also happens to be a close family friend, and a student who ran for help are all credited with saving Jordan’s life.

“They did everything perfectly right at the right time to save my life,” Jordan said.

As he recovered in the hospital, Jordan was surrounded by support from his classmates, including handmade cards and letters. His care team even helped him celebrate his 13th birthday in the hospital alongside his twin.

“Things could have gone a lot differently,” his mom said. “He might not have been here to celebrate that birthday.”

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