Burst water main floods two roads in Sunderland

Chester RoadNorthumbrian Water

Chester Road in Sunderland has been flooded due to a burst water main

A burst water main has caused flooding on two streets in Sunderland.

Northumbrian Water has said they are on site at Chester Road and St Mark's Road, between Sunderland Royal Hospital and The University of Sunderland.

Fire crews were on the scene at 06:15 BST and police have closed the roads and set up diversions.

Northumbrian Water said: "We are aware of a large burst in this area which may cause low pressure or no water for some customers."

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At 09:50 Northumbrian Water said the burst had been stopped and water was being pumped away from the area.

Diversions were set up via Kayll Road and Hylton Road to the city centre or Ormonde Street, Barnes Park Road and Durham Road.

Northumbria Police have advised motorists to avoid the area.

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Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service was on the scene at 06:15 BST