News Summary

A water main break in Novi has caused significant disruptions across multiple communities, including school closures and a boil water advisory. The 42-inch transmission main break, operated by the Great Lakes Water Authority, led to a loss of water pressure, impacting public facilities and prompting officials to close the Novi City Hall and library. Residents have been advised to boil water before use due to safety concerns. Support measures, including non-drinkable water availability, have been implemented for affected residents while repairs are underway.

Novi Experiences Water Main Break Leading to School Closures and Boil Water Advisory

On Thursday, September 25, 2025, a water main break occurred around 7:20 a.m. on 14 Mile Road, just west of M-5, resulting in significant disruption across multiple communities including Novi, Walled Lake, Wixom, and Commerce Township. The break involves a 42-inch transmission main operated by the Great Lakes Water Authority (GLWA), which subsequently caused a noticeable loss of water pressure across the affected areas.

A team of crews from the GLWA immediately began efforts to isolate the valves and restore the water supply, but officials indicated that repair efforts would take several hours before normal service could be reinstated. As of 2:15 p.m., updates revealed that crews had successfully closed four out of the seven necessary valves, but work continued to isolate the break.

Impact on Schools and Public Facilities

Due to the lack of running water, administrative offices in Novi City Hall were closed for the day. The Novi Public Library also proceeded with closure following the incident. The most significant impact has been felt in the Novi Community School District, where classes were canceled because the district cannot operate without reliable water supply. Additionally, St. Catherine of Siena Academy in Wixom also closed its facilities amid the ongoing water issues.

Boil Water Advisory Issued

In light of the water main break, a boil water advisory has been issued for several communities, including parts of Novi, Walled Lake, Wixom, and Commerce Township, due to concerns over potential bacterial contamination resulting from the loss of water pressure. Residents are being urged to refrain from watering lawns and to limit non-essential water use during this time. For consuming water, it is recommended that residents boil it for at least one minute before use, or utilize bottled water for drinking and food preparation.

Support and Assistance for Residents

To assist those affected, non-drinkable water has been made available at the Department of Public Works until 9 p.m. on September 25 to aid in toilet flushing. Additionally, drinkable water sourced from a well is accessible at the ITC Community Sports Park until 9 p.m., with instructions for residents to bring their own containers for collection.

Public Concerns and Ongoing Updates

Residents in the affected areas have reported various challenges due to the ongoing situation, voicing concerns about how long the outage may last and the quality of available water. Officials have assured the public that once water service is restored, the boil water advisory will remain in effect until water quality tests confirm it is safe for consumption.

Citizens are encouraged to stay informed on the developing situation through updates provided on city websites and social media channels. The city officials are working diligently to restore water service while keeping public health and safety a top priority.

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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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