Oakland Mall in Troy, Michigan Reopens After Multi-Day Flooding Closure

Oakland Mall in Troy, Michigan, temporarily closed on Wednesday due to flooding caused by a suspected burst pipe, affecting several main concourses and parts of the parking lot. Mall management announced the closure for safety reasons and coordinated with local fire and police departments, as well as industry experts, to assess and resolve the situation. Some stores within the mall and businesses on the property’s perimeter, such as Starbucks and Panera, remained accessible and were not impacted by the flooding. The mall, which has undergone recent revitalization efforts under new ownership, plans to reopen at 11 a.m. Saturday. Officials expressed appreciation for the community's patience and committed to providing updates as repairs progressed. Major retailers at Oakland Mall include JCPenney, H&M, and Hobby Lobby.