Road shut near Downham Market railway station due to repairs to burst water main

A road close to Downham's railway station has been shut today due to work to repair a burst water main.

Officials said residents in the vicinity of Railway Road should have water as normal – meanwhile trains have been running as usual.

An Anglian Water spokesman said: "Our teams are currently working to repair a burst water main on Railway Road in Downham Market.

"The proximity of the burst to the railway line and other utilities in the area means that the repair is taking longer than anticipated.

"However, there is currently no effect on domestic customer water supply or pressure.

“A road closure is currently in place to allow our teams to make the necessary repairs to the pipe and the damaged road surface as quickly, and as safely, as possible.

“We’re sorry for any inconvenience this may cause, and we’d like to thank local residents and road users for their patience while we complete this vital work.”