McKinley Avenue closing in Columbus Thursday for hydrant work

Columbus City Utilities will be closing McKinley Avenue and Smith Street on Thursday.

According to the city water utility, a fire hydrant is being repaired at 2351 McKinley Avenue. The repair should be finished by the end of the day. The work schedule is dependent on the weather.

You should find an alternate route if you can. If you have to drive in the area, you should slow down, drive without distractions, obey all signs in work zones and be extra cautious to worker safety.