The Emergency Department at North Kansas City Hospital was closed to ambulances Tuesday morning. Surgeries and some other procedures scheduled Tuesday morning were being rescheduled.

All because of a water main break.

The hospital says patient care is not being affected. City crews were working to repair the leak and restore water pressure.

The west entrance to the hospital was closed. Visitors are being advised that restrooms, ice and other water-related amenities may not be readily available.