Shropshire Star

Road remains closed after 'unsafe' road shut following burst water main in Telford

Dawley Road, leading to Lawley, was cordoned off by police after a water main burst in Telford.

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Telford & Wrekin Police had declared the route 'unsafe' and said it was expected to be closed until early next week.

People were being advised to find alternative routes.

Officers shared a photo of the road blocked off with signs and cones on their official Facebook account on Thursday.

The post read: "Due to a burst water main and an unsafe road the Dawley Road leading into Lawley has been closed and is likely to remain closed until early next week. Please find alternative routes for your journey."

However, a spokesperson for Severn Trent Water said the burst main had been repaired on Thursday afternoon, with all supplies returned to properties and the road expected to reopen "imminently".

Severn Trent has been approached for comment.