Part of Yarrow Valley Country Park in Chorley cordoned off as public advised to avoid the area
Part of Yarrow Valley Country Park has been cordoned off due to a leak near the reservoir.
A leak was spotted by officials at Chorley Council on their daily inspection and immediate repairs have been carried out.
Members of the public have been advised to avoid this section of the park.
A spokesperson forChorley Council said: “If you are visiting Yarrow Valley Country Park you may notice work taking place at the reservoir.”
“We have sought advice from external advisors and further inspections and long-term repairs are now required. In order to carry out this work, we need to lower the water level in a controlled manner.”
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They added: “Our priority is to complete the full repair works as quickly as possible however the water levels are likely to remain low into the new year.
“In the meantime, a small section of the pathway has been cordoned off for safety, please avoid this area. We are working closely with the Environment Agency and will follow their guidance to protect wildlife.”
“Thank you for your understanding whilst we work to address this in the safest way.”