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Burst pipe floods road and affects water supply

News imageEmma Acomb Image of water flooding sections of the road next to houses. Yellow barriers are placed in front with a red sign saying 'road closed'.Emma Acomb
Parts of Brindle Road in Bamber Bridge were flooded after a pipe burst

A burst pipe has led to flooding and problems with residents' water supplies in part of Lancashire.

United Utilities (UU) said engineers were hoping to fix the problem in Brindle Road, Bamber Bridge, "as soon as possible".

Customers in the town and also in part of Walton-le-Dale have been affected by water pressure problems.

On its website, UU said the build-up of sediments over time could also cause water supplies to become discoloured.

The company added: "We know it doesn't look nice but don't worry, it's unlikely to be harmful and will settle down again with time.

"You can help by letting your cold water tap run at a slight trickle until your water runs clear again."

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