A significant water main break in Southwest Detroit has caused severe flooding in the area, with city officials still investigating the cause. The break was reported on Monday morning, reportedly flooding streets and impacting traffic flow. According to Detroit Water and Sewerage Department (DWSD) representatives, they received numerous reports about the break and dispatched maintenance crews immediately. Although crews managed to shut off the water flow within a few hours, the extent of the flooding and damage is still being assessed. Local residents expressed frustration over the incident with one stating, ‘We’ve had several problems with water infrastructure in our neighborhood. It feels like we’re always dealing with these issues.’ Residents are encouraged to file claims for damages caused by the flooding, and the city has provided information on how to do this through their official website. As of now, officials have not pinpointed the exact cause of the break, but further updates are expected as investigations continue.
Water Main Break Causes Flood in Southwest Detroit: Investigation Continues
