A road in Kidderminster is closed for Severn Trent to carry out an emergency repair. 

Worcestershire County Council has reminded residents that Neville Avenue is closed today (Thursday, June 27) for Severn Trent to repair a water leak. 

According to the Worcestershire County Council website, the road was closed shortly after 11am with a valid permit in place until Monday, July 1. 

In a post shortly after 1pm, a spokesperson for Worcestershire County Council said: "Neville Avenue in Kidderminster is closed for Severn Trent to repair a water leak."

Motorists and pedestrians are advised to find an alternative route with the footway also being closed while the work gets underway.