Homes and shops without water after mains burst

Shop workers tried to clear flood waters from outside their premises on Pollokshaws Road

Homes and shops have been left without water and streets flooded after a water mains burst in the south side of Glasgow.

Scottish Water confirmed properties in the G41, G42, G43 and G44 postcode areas faced disruption to their water supply.

The areas affected include Shawlands and Strathbungo.

Police Scotland said Pollokshaws Road was closed from Albert Drive to Cumberland Street, while there was also flooding on Cumberland Street, Eglington Street and Maxwell Drive.

Scottish Water said engineers joined fire crews at the scene and were investigating the issue.

Fire crews were joined by Scottish Water engineers at the scene

Road users and the public were advised to avoid the area.

A statement by Scottish Water said: "We are investigating reports of supply issues and will update our channels as soon as more info is available.

"Apologies for any inconvenience caused by this."