Oakland County, September 29, 2025
News Summary
Oakland County has reissued a boil water advisory due to a water main break that occurred on September 25. Affected communities include Walled Lake, Commerce Township, and Wixom. Residents are advised to boil water before consumption, and multiple schools in the Walled Lake School District are closed as a safety measure. The advisory affects many residents experiencing low water pressure or loss of service, with the situation being evaluated by city officials to determine when it can be lifted.
Oakland County is under a boil water advisory following a significant water main break. This advisory was reissued on September 29, 2025, affecting communities such as Walled Lake, Commerce Township, and Wixom, where residents are now advised to boil tap water before consumption. Areas previously lifted from the advisory on September 27 are again under restrictions due to concerns over water quality. Multiple schools within the Walled Lake School District remain closed as a precaution.
The advisory stems from a rupture of a 42-inch transmission water main located on 14 Mile Road, just west of M-5, which occurred on September 25. The break resulted in many communities experiencing low water pressure or complete loss of water service. Novi, a neighboring city, continues to maintain a boil water advisory, with city officials currently evaluating the situation. They anticipate that this advisory may last until Tuesday or Wednesday, depending on ongoing water quality testing results.
In the wake of the water main break, a new pipe has been installed, and the Great Lakes Water Authority completed initial water quality sampling on September 28 to assess the situation. As a safety measure, residents are advised to use bottled water or to boil tap water for at least one minute before consumption to eliminate potential germs. This advisory impacts food preparation, drinking, ice-making, dishwashing, and personal hygiene practices.
Walled Lake city officials provided a map indicating which areas are affected by the boil water advisory. Residents located within the peach-highlighted sections of the map must adhere to the advisories, ensuring that all water used for different purposes is boiled or replaced with bottled water. Additionally, it is recommended that outdoor sprinkler and irrigation systems in the affected regions be turned off to help stabilize the water supply.
Notifications regarding the advisory clearly state that water should not be used for drinking, ice-making, washing dishes, or brushing teeth until it is confirmed safe for use. Fortunately, only a limited number of residents remain without water service, but tens of thousands have been affected by the disruption.
FAQs
What is the current status of the boil water advisory in Oakland County?
A boil water advisory was reissued for parts of Oakland County on September 29, 2025, due to a previous water main break.
Which communities are affected by the advisory?
Communities under the advisory include Walled Lake, Commerce Township, and Wixom.
When was the water main break that caused the advisory?
A 42-inch transmission water main on 14 Mile Road, just west of M-5, ruptured on September 25, leading to advisories.
Are any schools closed due to the advisory?
Multiple schools in the Walled Lake School District are closed due to the advisory.
What should residents do regarding water usage?
Residents are advised to use bottled water or boil tap water before consumption due to potential germs in the water supply.
How long should water be boiled for safety?
Specific guidance for using boiled water includes boiling for at least one minute and allowing it to cool before using.
What should be done with outdoor sprinkler systems?
Outdoor sprinkler and irrigation systems in the affected region are advised to be turned off to stabilize the water supply.
Key Features of the Advisory
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Advisory Status | Reissued on September 29, 2025 |
| Affected Areas | Walled Lake, Commerce Township, Wixom |
| Water Main Break Date | September 25, 2025 |
| Closure of Schools | Multiple schools within Walled Lake School District |
| Boiling Time | At least one minute |
| Recommendations | Use bottled water or boil tap water before consumption |
| Impact | Tens of thousands affected, experiencing low water pressure or loss of service |
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Additional Resources
- Click On Detroit: Boil Water Advisory in Oakland County
- Wikipedia: Boil Water Advisory
- The Oakland Press: Water Main Break Advisory
- Google Search: Water Main Break Oakland County
- Patch: Oakland County Water Main Break
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Water Quality
- CBS News: Wixom Boil Water Advisory
- Google News: Boil Water Advisory
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