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Sept
Sudden road closure announced for Harrogate’s Leeds Road
A section of Leeds Road in Harrogate is to be closed for an unspecified length of time due to a gas leak.
Northern Gas Networks, the gas distributor for the north of England, said in a statement today (September 11):
“From 1pm on Thursday 11 September, there will be a road closure on the Leeds Road exit of St George’s roundabout between the roundabout and St Mark’s Church. A clearly signposted diversion is in place for motorists."
The statement said the closure would enable “essential repair work on gas pipes” to be carried out.
Mark Mawhood, operations manager at Northern Gas Networks, said:
We would like to apologise for any inconvenience caused during these essential works. However, it’s vital we complete them in order to continue to maintain a safe and reliable gas supply to the residents of Harrogate.
Investigations are ongoing into the gas escape in this location so we’re not able to advise a completion date as this time. Our engineers are working as quickly as possible, and will be working outside of normal hours if required.
Northern Gas Networks said the gas supply to homes and businesses in the area is unaffected.
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