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A main road in Mid Wales was closed after a fire hydrant broke leaving it impassable.
The A487 in Aberystwyth is closed this morning after a fire hydrant broke, flooding the road with water.
Traffic Wales said that the road closure was likely to last some time as engineers tackle the situation.
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They advised motorists to avoid the area around North Parade Road.
In a post online the agency said: “The A487 in Aberystwyth closed in both directions due to a broke fire hydrant.
“The road is likely to remain closed for some time. This will have an impact on morning traffic. Please find an alternative route.”
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