A burst pipe in Commonside East, Mitcham Common, has left thousands of homes in Croydon and Streatham without water for the second consecutive day. Affected postcodes include CR0, CR2, CR4, CR7, and SW16. Thames Water has rerouted water from other pipes as a temporary measure, aiming for all affected properties to have their water restored soon. Repair work involves digging a large shaft to access the damaged pipe and constructing a second shaft. Traffic management measures are in place, and traffic delays are expected during repairs.
Thousands of homes in Croydon and Streatham are facing a second day without water due to a burst pipe on Commonside East in Mitcham Common.
Water has been rerouted from other pipes temporarily, with hopes that all affected properties will have water restored soon.
A large shaft has been dug to access the damaged pipe, and a second one is under construction to assist with repairs.
Thames Water has assured the public that they've managed to stop the leak and successfully drained excess water, facilitating the repair process.
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