Gas engineers have begun carrying out urgent repairs to a gas main in Ramsbottom this morning (May 5).
Cadent, which manages the North West’s 21,000-mile gas network, is investigating the source of tiny traces of gas detected around Ramsbottom Lane.
The company says the issue is not posing any immediate danger, as vent holes are allowing the gas to escape to the atmosphere.
But Cadent insists the issue must be investigated fully and the repairs need to be completed.
A Cadent spokesperson said: “Our absolute priority here is keeping everyone safe. We appreciate everyone’s patience while we get this essential work done.”
Cadent teams are setting up a work area near to the junction with Bridge Street, Carr Street and Bolton Street.
These roads remain open in all directions, with traffic lights controlling the flow of vehicles around the specific work area.
There is no access from Ramsbottom Lane to Market Place, and vice versa, and a short diversion is being signposted.
Cadent is aiming to complete the work within the next week, before Electricity North West engineers begin unrelated planned works.
It is unsafe to do the jobs at the same time, the company adds.
If you smell gas, call the national gas emergency service on 0800 111 999 immediately.
Do not assume it is related to this work – it may not be and will need to be checked.
