A South East London road was completely flooded this morning as a result of a burst water main (Friday, January 6). The TFL has declared a major incident. Residents on Eltham Road in Greenwich have been rescued by emergency services who have rushed to the scene. Tfl Declare Major Incident After Major Water Main Burst In Eltham South East London Tfl Declare Major Incident After Major Water Main Burst In Eltham South East London leaving thousand with no water Postcodes in Greenwich and Lewisham have also been left without water or with low water pressure. The bursting main water main has flooded the road leading to Lewisham, close to shops and restaurants. Firefighters assist in the evacuation of residents from properties by boat. They have also assisted approximately 150 schoolchildren in crossing the flooded road. The Lee Green Fire Station on Eltham Road has been impacted by a burst water main. People are being advised to avoid the area due to road closures. Ten Fire Engines With Boats Sent To Major Water Leak That Has Flooded Lee Green Fire Station In South East London The road is closed from A2212 Burnt Ash Road (Lee Green) to Weigall Road. Thames Water is also on the scene, working to repair the burst main. Ten Fire Sent To Major Water Leak That Has Flooded Lee Green Fire Station SE3, SE7, SE9, SE10, SE12, SE13, and SE15 are the postcodes with no water or low pressure. https:///youtu.be/FNEtJjjmOqc According to the most recent Thames Water update: “We sincerely apologise if you are experiencing low or no water pressure as a result of a large burst pipe on the A20 Eltham Road in SE12 early this morning. Tfl Declare Major Incident After Major Water Main Burst In Eltham South East London “We’re on the scene and working to stop the flow caused by the burst. After that, supplies should begin to return to the affected area.” We’d also like to apologise to drivers who have been inconvenienced by the A20 closure.”
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Firefighters assist in the evacuation of residents from properties by boat. They have also assisted approximately 150 schoolchildren in crossing the flooded road. The Lee Green Fire Station on Eltham Road has been impacted by a burst water main. People are being advised to avoid the area due to road closures. 
