A BURST water main is causing issues in Christchurch today.
Bournemouth Water said it is aware of the burst main in the High Street which is affecting customers in the BH23 area.
Fountain ⛲ roundabout. No water in the BH23 1 area @Bournemouthecho @BBCSouthWeather @BmouthWater @outsetedorset @dorsetbiznews @BBCRadioSolent@getsetedorset pic.twitter.com/PVRrzY7dSE
— DorsetPhill (@dorsetphill) September 30, 2020
Water can be seen on the road at the Fountain Roundabout.
Posting on Twitter at around 10am, a spokesperson for Bournemouth Water said: “We are aware of a burst main in High Street Christchurch - BH23 - 1.
“This is causing no waters to customers. Inspector is on route, update to follow. Thank you.”
In an update at around 12pm, Bournemouth Water said an inspector is now on site and a repair team is en route to fix the leak but it is not yet known how long this will take.
The spokesperson added: "Apologies for the inconvenience and thank you for you patience and understanding."
Update for BH23. Our technician has made some adjustments to the mains and we are pleased to confirm that the water supplies should be returning to normal. There may be some fluctuations in water pressure as we carry out the repair. Thank you for your continued patience. pic.twitter.com/3J04CpE8bR
— Bournemouth Water (@BmouthWater) September 30, 2020
Water supplies should be returning to normal for customers but Bournemouth Water said there may be some fluctuations in water pressure while repairs are carried out.
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