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The work, to restore a broken sewer pipe and reinstate the street floor, might be carried out close to the centre of the junction between the A935, Montrose Avenue, and Drumachlie Mortgage.

Because of the central location of the pipe within the street, it’s not doable for the work to be carried out safely whereas retaining the street open. A diversion might be in place through the A933 and the A934, including round 5 miles to the conventional journey between Brechin and Montrose.

A Scottish Water spokesperson mentioned: “This important work must be carried out as quickly as doable to make sure the street stays secure to be used by visitors, in addition to repairing the sewer in order that it may possibly proceed to serve residents and defend the native atmosphere.

“Sadly there isn’t any secure option to full this important restore whereas permitting visitors on the A935 to move. The diversion route highlighted is the one one out there that’s appropriate for all A935 visitors. Pedestrian accesss previous the working space might be maintained always.

“We recognise the impression this closure can have in town and want to apologise to street customers, residents and companies for the inconvenience this work will trigger. Our workforce on website will make each effort to finish the repairs and reinstatement of the street as shortly and safely as doable.”