Repairs to the burst water main in Culloden are expected to be fixed later this afternoon, according to Scottish Water

The scene of the Culloden water main burst.

Emergency Repairs to a Burst Water Pipe which disrupted the supply of homes in part of Inverness should be completed this afternoon.

Scottish Water has updated the affected areas to say it hopes to have repairs completed by 4.30pm, but will continue to deliver bottled water to affected homes until normal service resumes.

The nine inch burst pipe – a main trunk – Iis located off the B9006 Culloden Road between Culloden Moor and Brookfield. Traffic management is in place, but motorists are advised to “consider an alternative route if possible” while repairs continue.

A spokesperson said: “Repairs are progressing on the burst nine-inch water main which supplies customers in IV2 Culloden Moor and nearby surrounding areas.

The scene of the Culloden water main burst.

“The blowout is located on the B9006 road between Culloden Moor Inn and Brookfield, and traffic management is in place to ensure the safety of the public and our crews while we carry out the repair. Please consider an alternative route if possible, to avoid possible delays to your travel.

“Tank trucks continue to distribute water into the network to restore and maintain supply to as many customers as possible. However, please be aware that some customers may not have water or experience low water pressure /intermittent until the repair is complete.”

They continued: “Some customers may also experience discoloration of the water, which is normal during such an incident.

“If you experience brown water, we advise running your kitchen cold water faucet at reduced pressure until it is clear. Do not open any other faucets or use any water appliances during this time and follow the same process with all other affected faucets once the water is clear from your kitchen cold water faucet.

“If you experience white water, it is air trapped in the food supply and will disappear within 24 to 48 hours.

“We apologize to all affected customers for any inconvenience or disruption caused, and thank them for their continued patience and cooperation.”

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