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New Malden high street reopens after flood

A burst water main flooded New Malden last night, leaving some areas waist-deep in water. The high street reopened this morning following a clean-up operation, Kingston Council has confirmed.

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Fire Brigade says water levels are stable

The fire brigade is working with Thames Water, to stop the flooding. They say the water levels are not rising.

Local Jeff Place said: "It's about 6ft deep under the rail bridge. Water has spread about 150m down the road. Just at business doors but was gushing out!"

One restaurant near the station is reported to have been flooded. Sand bags are being used to protect other properties.

Some properties have lost water supply

A spokesman for Thames Water said:

“We are sorry to anyone affected by the flooding in the New Malden area and to any customers who may be experiencing low pressure or no water.

“This is due to a burst 30” water main in Coombe Road. Our engineers are on site and are working to isolate the burst pipe and stop the leak. We will be working around the clock to restore the water supply to homes and return the area to normal as quickly as we can.”

– Thames Water
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