News Summary
A significant water main break occurred in Novi, affecting water service across the region. Crews are working to restore service while a boil water advisory is in effect due to potential contamination risks. City officials have closed local facilities, and residents are advised to conserve water and follow safety guidelines. The situation highlights the need for infrastructure maintenance as the community faces service disruptions.
Novi – A major water main break occurred on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at approximately 7:20 a.m. on 14 Mile Road, just west of M-5. The incident involved a large 42-inch transmission main operated by the Great Lakes Water Authority (GLWA), leading to significant disruptions in water service across the region.
Due to the water main break, city officials reported a considerable loss of water pressure. Crews from GLWA have been actively working to isolate valves and restore the water supply, but repairs are expected to take several hours. As of 2:15 p.m., crews had successfully closed four out of seven necessary valves. However, operations continued to isolate the break and restore service.
As a precaution, a boil water advisory has been issued for parts of Novi, Walled Lake, Wixom, and Commerce Township. This advisory comes in response to potential bacterial contamination risks associated with the loss of water pressure. Residents are advised to refrain from watering lawns and limit non-essential water use during this period. For safe consumption, water should be boiled for at least one minute before drinking or using it for food preparation. Bottled water is also recommended for residents in the affected areas.
The impact of the water main break has led to widespread closures across the community. Novi city officials have closed City Hall for the day due to the lack of water service. In addition, the Novi Public Library has shut down its facility, and classes have been canceled in the Novi Community School District. School officials indicated that the district could not operate without running water. Furthermore, St. Catherine of Siena Academy in nearby Wixom also closed due to the ongoing water issues.
Local residents have reported significant challenges due to the situation. Many have expressed concerns about the duration of the outage and the quality of water available for consumption. To assist those affected, the Department of Public Works is providing non-drinkable water until 9 p.m. on September 25 for toilet flushing. Drinkable water sourced from a well is available at the ITC Community Sports Park until 9 p.m., but residents must bring their own containers to collect the water.
As repair crews work to restore normal water service, officials have communicated that the boil water advisory will remain in effect until water tests confirm safety for consumption post-repair. Citizens are encouraged to stay informed by following updates through city websites and social media channels.
The water main break has highlighted the importance of infrastructure maintenance and the immediate effects that such incidents can have on the community. As the city works towards restoring service, residents are reminded to exercise caution and adhere to the health recommendations provided. Local leaders will continue to monitor the situation closely to ensure the quick resolution of this public service disruption.
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Additional Resources
- Click on Detroit: Boil Water Advisory
- Wikipedia: Water Supply
- Hometown Life: Novi Boil Water Advisory
- Google Search: Novi Water Main Break
- CBS News: Water Main Break in Novi
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Water Quality
- Fox 2 Detroit: Thousands Without Water
- Google News: Novi Water Main Break
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