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Burst Water Main Causes Flooding In Newport

A burst sewer main has caused flooding close to the Premier Inn hotel, in Newport.

Southern Water said it attended the site at Seaclose Park, as soon as it was alerted to prevent further flooding.

A clean up is underway, and specialist teams are working to carry out repairs to the main.

Southern Water said:

"Unfortunately, to protect local businesses and other properties from flooding, we are likely to need to temporarily use our combined emergency overflow at The Quay. The length of any release will be minimised by the use of Southern Water tankers.

"We understand the disruption this incident may cause residents and businesses in the area and are working hard to resolve the issue as quickly as we can.

"Further updates will be provided via our website."

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