Flooding across north London sparks chaos as Thames Water pipe bursts on major road

Flood waters surged through a main road in Islington on Tuesday after the 30-inch water main burst.

Shocking footage and images shows vast amounts of water streaming through Caledonian Road.

Six fire engines and around 40 firefighters were deployed to the scene at around 2pm. Dozens of homes were left without water due as repair works were carried out.

The area between Caledonian Road and Twyford Street to the junction of Thornhill Bridge Wharf and Caledonian Road has been affected - impacting the postcodes N1, N7, WC1X and EC1R. 

Buses running through the area were also diverted and the public was urged to avoid the area if possible due to traffic disruption.

Engineers remained on site for hours as they worked to isolate the damaged section of pipe, with several homes still with water until the early evening.

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A spokesperson for Thames Water said: "We’re very sorry to those who have experienced flooding as a result of this burst.

“Our customer representatives and loss adjuster teams are on site to provide advice and support to those directly impacted.“To keep the public and our teams safe, traffic management measures are in place while we carry out repairs on Caledonian Road. We apologise for any disruption or delays this may cause in the area.”

“We understand how distressing and disruptive this situation is, and we sincerely appreciate your continue.”

'Mismanagement'

Emily Thornberry MP, the local MP, has hit out at Thames Water over their burst pipe. 

The Islington South and Finsbury MP said: "Yet again, residents and businesses in our community are left suffering because of Thames Water’s mismanagement.

"I am in urgent contact with Thames Water and am following progress on the repair closely.

"I expect Thames Water to break their past pattern of behaviour. They must look after those that are flooded and those without water. And they must do it properly: mitigating their suffering, acting fast, and communicating properly.

“I will be attending Islington Council’s scrutiny Committee in-person this evening, where I will make my frustrations at the appalling service Islington residents receive very clear."