NOVI, Mich. (WXYZ) — A major water main break on 14 Mile Road west of M-5 in Novi has forced widespread school closures and left residents scrambling for basic water services.

Watch Tiarra Braddock's video report: Novi water main break forces school closures, threatens homecoming weekend activities

Novi Public Schools canceled classes at the high school and other area schools after losing water pressure, making it impossible to operate bathrooms and maintain sanitary conditions. The closure has created uncertainty around this weekend's homecoming festivities.

"So I think it was just probably really chaotic for a lot of parents this morning," said Katheryn McGuire, whose daughter is a senior at Novi High School.

WXYZ Katheryn McGuire

McGuire received notification around 8:15 a.m.

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