Road to close again after void found under surface

An A-road will be closed again to allow for repairs to be carried out after a void appeared beneath its surface.

Traffic was directed around a section of the A413 between Great Missenden and Little Missenden, Buckinghamshire, on 2 July, while the extent of the hole was inspected.

Buckinghamshire Council said: "We have found what we believe to be an old defunct drainage channel almost two metres under the road surface, which likely pre-dates the construction of the A413.

"In order to carry out essential repairs, we will need to close the A413 in this area from 06:00 BST on 5 July to 06:00 on 7 July. Diversions will be in place."

Thomas Broom, Buckinghamshire Council's cabinet member for transport, said: "We are working closely with utility companies already operating nearby to coordinate efforts and minimise disruption.

"However, we strongly advise motorists to avoid the area over the weekend if possible."

The authority said it has also been dealing with a water leak in Great Missenden, which is not linked to the drainage channel.

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