Overview
- A suspected collapse in the sewer under the A139 Norton Road forced an emergency closure of both carriageways to protect road users and allow inspections.
- Stockton Council put the closures in place and has posted updates and an apology on social media as Northumbrian Water took charge of the repair and traffic management.
- The water company says the damage requires a complex repair and that teams will work around the clock to make the road safe and reopen it as soon as possible.
- Diversions are in operation and local access to Newlands Avenue is maintained via Cleveland Avenue, but the shutdown is disrupting a key local route and daily journeys.
- No official timetable for reopening has been given so residents and drivers should follow council and Northumbrian Water channels for safety updates and travel advice.