'Several' fire crews tackling 'major flood' affecting Darlaston residents following burst water main

Homes evacuated as water pours through streets amid warnings not to drive

Fire crews are battling to pump away floodwater after a burst water main caused chaos across the West Midlands.

The 32-inch pipe burst in Wednesbury at around 11am on Wednesday, October 12, sending torrents of water cascading down the streets.

Several homes have been evacuated and roads have been closed as fire crews work to bring the situation under control.

A 32-inch water main burst in Wednesbury at around 11am on Wednesday, October 12.

The high-pressure water sent torrents of water cascading down the streets, causing flooding in Wednesbury, Bloxwich and Darlaston.

Several homes have been evacuated and roads have been closed, including the A41.

Fire crews are working to pump away the floodwater and repair the burst water main.

Severn Trent Water is also on the scene and is working to isolate the burst water main and restore water supplies to affected homes.

The Environment Agency has also been called to the scene to help with the clear-up operation.

Fire crews are still working to pump away the floodwater and repair the burst water main.

Severn Trent Water says that most of the affected homes have now had their water supplies restored.

The A41 has now reopened, but some other roads in the area remain closed.

Residents in the affected areas are being advised to avoid driving in the area if possible.

They are also being advised to boil any water before drinking it, as the burst water main may have contaminated the water supply.

Anyone who is concerned about their water supply should contact Severn Trent Water on 0800 783 444.