Robbins Issues Boil Water Order After 12-Inch Main Break

A 12-inch water main broke early Tuesday morning in the Village of Robbins, prompting an emergency shutdown of the local water system. The break occurred in the 13500 block of 135th Street, between Spalding and Sawyer avenues. The sudden loss of pressure caused water levels in the village’s elevated tank and ground reservoir to drop rapidly. Consequently, village officials halted service at 1:45 a.m. to manage the situation.

A mandatory boil water order took effect immediately following the service interruption. Residents must bring water to a rolling boil for at least one minute and allow it to cool before using it for drinking, cooking, or brushing teeth. Bottled water is also an acceptable alternative. The order will remain in place during repairs and for a minimum of 24 hours after they are finished, pending water quality testing and official clearance. Temporary restoration of water flow does not indicate that the water is safe to consume without boiling.

The village scheduled a temporary window to restore water service from 5:30 to 7:30 a.m. This brief period allowed residents to handle essential morning activities. Officials cautioned that water pressure and availability were not guaranteed during this time and urged residents to limit their use. Repair crews began work at approximately 7:30 a.m. after the temporary service window closed.

Village officials expect repairs to be completed around noon if no complications arise. They warned that additional service interruptions may occur during the process. The right eastbound lane of 135th Street between Turner and Kedzie avenues is expected to close during the work. Drivers were advised to allow extra travel time and consider alternate routes. The information in this story came from the Village of Robbins.