newy.com.au – A burst water main has forced the closure of Main Road eastbound at Edgeworth between Impala Street and Frederick Street.
Police are directing traffic at the scene, drivers being urged to avoid the area, allow extra travel time and use an alternative route.
Light vehicles can consider travelling via Minmi Road and Newcastle Link Road.
Heavy vehicles are advised to use the M1 Pacific Motorway, Newcastle Link Road, or George Booth Drive, Cameron Park Drive and Newcastle Link Road, with that route suitable for vehicles up to 26-metre B-doubles.
Operators of Class 1, 2 and 3 vehicles travelling under a notice must check the relevant enforceable network map, while permit operators must not leave their approved route unless they have obtained an updated permit from the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator.
