I can report that we have been dealing with a number of water related issues in our area today and recently:

Lilac Avenue burst water pipe: I have been out onsite with our council highways officer to push for swifter action from NWL to address this issue, particularly given the size of the pavement hole and the water coming up through the pavement three meters away! We are told NWL will be onsite today, but will be chasing this up.

Cocken Lane flooding: There are a number of places on the back road from Pity Me to Leamside which are under water. Please be careful. Council drainage clearance has been requested as well as flood signs.

Newly surfaced cycle path from Pity Me to New College: A stretch of the path is under water right now. I have contacted relevant council departments about this as its the second time since the works were done that the area has been under water.

Abbey Road, Pity Me: Blocked drains have been reported again opposite the car garages, be careful driving at night here as previous heavy rain has resulted in half the road having standing water.

Frankland Road: Pooling water at the top of Frankland Road which has been a problem for a long time has been discussed onsite with the highways officer after I raised concerns that water is not draining away and readily freezes in cold weather. Investigations for a new gulley are to be made.

Fallen tree at Finchale Abbey (Cocken Woods – opposite side of river from Abbey) due to landslip/rainfall: The council is aware of this and when more serious issues have been dealt with they will be carrying out work.

If there are any other flooding or drainage problems you spot in our area please let us know.