"Burst sewer main" forces Eastern Road in Portsmouth to close causing lengthy queues, Southern Water at scene
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Part of one of the major roads in Portsmouth is closed this morning due to a burst sewer main.
Portsmouth City Council reports that a section of Eastern Road is shut. Diversions are currently in place, with Southern Water engineers rushing to the scene to fix the issue.
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The AA Traffic Map is reporting long queues in the area. A statement from the local authority said: “Eastern Road is currently closed between Tangier Road and Burrfields Road due to a burst Southern Water sewer main.
“Lanes will begin to reopen as the road is cleared. Diversions are in place. Allow extra time when travelling in this area.
“If you have concerns, please contact Southern Water at 0330 303 0368.”
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