Cracked sewer has closed Belton Street in Stamford and brought traffic lights to Wharf Road

A cracked mains sewer has resulted in one road being closed and traffic lights being used on another.

Anglian Water is carrying out work in Belton Street, Stamford and has two large tankers on standby to remove sewage waste if necessary.

The repairs are understood to have been complicated by the presence of underground cables but according to One Network they are scheduled to finish on Friday (February 21).

Anglian Water is carrying out daily ammonia testing in the River Welland downstream from the leak, to ensure no pollution has escaped.

Businesses in Belton Street remain open for trade, including Project One and Welland Tyres, which can be accessed by turning off Wharf Road into Gas Street and taking a left into Tenter Lane. The route is unsuitable for larger vehicles.