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BETTENDORF, Iowa (AP) — The water pipe break that caused flooding in much of the Bettendorf Public Library will keep it closed for at least three months.
Officials say the pipe broke in the library's second-floor bathroom, triggering an alarm that went off around 5 a.m. Friday. The bathroom was under repair.
There's extensive water damage to the first and second floors, but a city spokeswoman says most of the library's collection is in good condition. The estimated repair bill is $1 million.
Some summertime programs have been canceled, but others will be held at Bettendorf High School.
People are being advised to hold onto checked-out items until a return plan is devised. Officials say fines associated with the temporary library closure will be waived.
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