Burst pipe causes flooding in Grasmere Street and Mill Lane in Leicester near De Montfort University
Pedestrians and cyclists had to dodge an enormous pool of water after a water pipe burst near De Montfort University's campus.
The burst underground pipe, in Grasmere Street, forced the pavement to burst open, and saw water pouring into nearby Mill Lane.
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Workers from Severn Trent repairing a burst water pipe in Grasmere Street, Leicester, near De Montfort University.
A spokeswoman from Severn Trent said members of the public reported the leak to the company on Sunday and repairs began today.
She said: "We would like to thank the local community for their patience and understanding while we repair the burst water pipe.
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"It did not affect the water supply to customers in the area."
The spokeswoman said that further repairs were due to be completed tomorrow. She added: "Both the footpath and road will be fully reinstated by the end of tomorrow."
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