A significant burst water main has triggered extensive water supply disruptions and critically low pressure across Bristol and sections of Gloucestershire, leading to emergency measures and school closures. The incident, occurring on Tenniscourt Road, is under active investigation by Bristol Water, with the utility company working to restore normal service as swiftly as possible.
Widespread Impact on Communities and Education
The burst has severely affected numerous residential areas, including Kingswood, Warmley, Cadbury Heath, Longwell Green, and Oldland. The water shortage has compelled several educational institutions to suspend operations, notably Oldland Pre-School, Sir Bernard Lovell Academy, Kings Oak Academy, and Digitech Academy, all closing their doors due to the absence of a reliable water supply essential for sanitation and daily functions.
Emergency Response and Resource Distribution
In response to the crisis, Bristol Water has established bottled water distribution hubs at key locations to assist residents. Designated collection points have been set up at ASDA in Longwell Green and Sainsbury's in Emersons Green, with priority given to vulnerable customers requiring immediate assistance. Reports indicate that local supermarkets have experienced a rapid depletion of bottled water stocks, highlighting the urgency of the situation.
Tenniscourt Road remains temporarily closed to facilitate essential repair work, causing additional localised disruption to traffic and access. Bristol Water continues to monitor the repairs closely, aiming to minimise the duration of the outage and restore full water pressure to all affected households and businesses.
