Breaking: Ironbridge evacuation over crack concerns

Residents on the Wharfage in Ironbridge are being evacuated to Abraham Darby as cracks in the road caused by the water pressure have appeared.

Telford & Wrekin Council announced the precautionary measure at 8:20am. The river is expected to peak at just under 7m this afternoon.

Pic: Nicola Lowery

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