Road reopens after burst water main closure

A main road in Derby has reopened as repairs are under way to fix a burst pipe.

The A52 Ashbourne Road was shut both ways from Markeaton Lane to Markeaton Island after a water main burst shortly before 05:00 BST.

In an updated statement, Severn Trent said the road had reopened at about 13:40 with two-way traffic lights.

The water company apologised for any inconvenience caused by the roadworks.

Trent Barton said on social media that buses had been diverted and were missing stops at Markeaton Park, Markeaton Hill, Prince Charles Avenue, Vauxhall Avenue and Markeaton Lane.

A spokesperson for Severn Trent added: "No customers are currently off supply, but some may experience lower pressure than normal as we work to get things back to normal as soon as possible and we would urge drivers to find alternative routes where possible."

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