"Speaking to the Local Democracy Reporting Service, the Royal National Institute of Blind People urged the authorities to act "immediately" to fix the issue. The charity said it was concerned the puddle was affecting some people's ability to "walk safely and independently" in the area. Campaigns officer Clay Nash said the flood water blocks access to a signal-controlled pedestrian crossing that allows blind and partially-sighted people to safely cross the road to reach Moorfields Eye Hospital."
"The pool of water - often spanning several metres - vanished for months after work was carried out on the roads but returned in July. Camden Council's Adam Harrison called for a new plan to tackle the "notorious" puddle. "For years we have asked TfL to take action to stop the water collecting. It stops people from crossing safely at this busy corner next to Euston Station and risks them getting soaked.""
Large pooling of rainwater forms at the junction of Upper Woburn Place and Euston Road after rainfall, creating a sizable 'Euston puddle' that spans several metres. Commuters have waded through deep water to reach Euston Station, and vehicles spray pedestrians. The Royal National Institute of Blind People warned the flood blocks access to a signal-controlled crossing used by blind and partially sighted people to reach Moorfields Eye Hospital and urged immediate action. Work last winter temporarily removed the pool but flooding returned in July. Camden Council and residents called on Transport for London, which manages Euston Road, to implement a durable drainage solution.
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