Leaks harm fireproofing of Big Dig

Material found to be damaged in 40 places

By Raphael Lewis

Globe Staff / March 4, 2005

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Water leaks in the Big Dig have damaged fireproofing material in at least 40 areas along the tunnel's ceiling, according to Big Dig officials, who launched a survey of the roadway after a chunk of the material fell onto the Interstate 93 breakdown lane during Monday evening's commute. (Full article: 854 words)