(Michigan City, IN) - Measures have been taken to keep traffic flowing in a heavily-traveled section of Michigan City where a water main broke from the arctic-like temperatures Wednesday morning.

According to city officials, the break occurred on Franklin St. near County Road 400 North just north of Interstate 94.  Crews were out working the problem at around 3:30 a.m.

“Work will continue into the day until the main can be fixed,” city officials said.

Southbound traffic on Franklin St. was being diverted to the center lane. Westwind Drive is accessible to southbound travelers, but northbound drivers may not turn left onto Westwind Drive. Officials encouraged motorists to choose a different route, if possible, to avoid potential delays.

Panera Bread is believed to be the only customer without water.  No residential customers have been impacted by the main break, officials said.

“We will continue to provide updates as new information becomes available,” city officials said.