Overview
- Cadent engineers worked overnight to stop the leak and reopen one lane in each direction on the A45 Coventry Road.
- Lane closures remain in place between Damson Parkway and Glencroft Road for approximately two weeks to allow permanent repairs.
- West Midlands Fire Service initially shut the road in both directions and advised nearby residents to close doors and windows.
- Birmingham Airport urged passengers to allow extra time for journeys because delays are expected near the terminal.
- Cadent reported no disruption to local gas supplies and advised anyone smelling gas to call the National Gas Emergency Service.