Huge burst water main could affect 4,500 Halewood homes

A burst water main in Merseyside has created a huge 'geyser' with water spurting up to 70ft and dwarfing nearby homes.

Water has been spurting into the air since 9am this morning from a burst pipe on a building site in Bridgefield Forum, Cartbridge Lane in Halewood.

United Utilities have said that 4,500 South Liverpool homes could be left with no water or low pressure following the burst.

Those living in the surrounding area are being advised to start storing water in case the supply stops while engineers begin repairs on the pressure water main.

The damage was caused by a contractor for home building developers, Countryside.