Water main repair complete in Constantine, but boil order remains in effect. Here’s why

CONSTANTINE, Mich. (WNDU) — Water service has been restored throughout the Village of Constantine, but a boil water order remains in effect while required water testing takes place.

The village’s water system was shut down Monday, Sept. 28, because of a water main break in the 1000 block of S. Washington Street. Village officials said repairs to the water main have been completed.

During the water main repair, crews found a gas line rupture at the site. Officials said emergency services responded, the gas leak was secured and SEMCO completed the necessary gas line repair before work on the water main resumed.

Water testing underway

Officials said the first round of water samples is being completed at locations throughout the village. A second round of samples must be collected 24 hours later.

If all required samples return clear results, officials said the earliest the boil water order could be lifted would be later Wednesday afternoon.

Until the village issues official notice that the order has been lifted, residents should not drink the water without boiling it first.

Residents should:

• Bring all the water to a boil.
• Let the water boil for one minute.
• Let the water cool before using it.

Boiled or bottled water should be used for drinking, making ice, brushing teeth, washing dishes and preparing food.

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