STATION Road was closed through the night in Holmes Chapel, due to flooding caused by a burst water main.

The road was blocked both ways between the A50 London Road and the Manor Lane roundabout, with the problems arising at the Sandiford Lane junction.

The road has been closed since around 4.30pm yesterday and has been closed through the night.

As of yet it is unclear when the road will re-open.

Knutsford Guardian:

United Utilities posted to Twitter at 6.15pm on Thursday: "We're aware that some customers in CW4 may have no water or low pressure at the moment.

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"This is due to a leak on Sandiford Road. We're sorry for the disruption and we'll keep you updated."

Knutsford Guardian:

Shortly before 9pm, Cheshire East Council Highways advised: "A54 Station Road, Holmes Chapel is closed between A50 London Road and A54 Manor Lane due to a burst water main.

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"Signed diversions are in place. Please avoid the area and plan your journey.

"United Utilities are currently on site rectifying the issue."