Skokie digs out from water main break disaster

Skokie declares state of emergency following water main break; residents air grievances
The Village of Skokie declared a state of emergency after a water main break, flooding, business closures and water shortages.
Skokie, Illinois residents give village an earful in wake of water main break, flooding
Last Friday, a water main break caused major problems in Skokie, Illinois — flooding streets, yards, garages, shutting down businesses, and leaving the suburban village and part of neighboring Evanston under a boil order.
Skokie residents impacted by water main break can now report damages via email - WGN News at 9
Cleanup efforts are underway in Skokie after a large water main break Friday, and many residents are now turning their attention toward much needed repairs.
Skokie digs out from water main break disaster; will declare emergency
A Skokie water main break Feb. 14 damaged homes, closed a mall, streets, businesses and schools. Residents affected by the break are urged to file insurance claims.
Repairs continue after major water main break in Skokie; boil order continues at least through Sunday evening
Crews determined a fitting cap on a major transmission main failed, causing the break. Crews were working to replace it on Saturday.
Skokie boil order is still in effect as water system is restored after water main break
Officials say the boil order is expected to continue until at least Sunday evening. Crews continue to replenish the water system, and tests must be done to ensure the water is safe to drink. Bottled water will be handed out from 7 a.
Skokie water main break's likely cause revealed, officials say
Officials have revealed what they believe caused a massive water main break in suburban Skokie, which impacted thousands of residents.
Evanston, Skokie boil orders enters second day after water main break
A boil order remains in effect in north suburban Skokie and Evanston after a water main broke Friday morning. The water flooded many streets, turning to ice and freezing some cars in place.
Skokie boil order expected to remain in place until Sunday evening after large water main break
Residents in the north suburbs are facing boil orders and significantly reduced water pressure after a water main break in Skokie caused widespread flooding and road closures on
Water main break floods roads in Skokie, prompts boil water order and e-learning
A large water main break flooded roads, prompted a boil order and caused schools to turn to e-learning in north suburban Skokie on Friday morning.
Skokie business suffers financial impact after water main break
The boil order has since been lifted, but not without leaving an impact, especially on businesses in the area.
Boil order partially lifted after water main break in Skokie
A boil order remains in effect in Skokie and northwest Evanston after a major water main broke Friday morning, with cleanup ...
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