A road that runs alongside a North East hospital has been closed for maintenance after a burst pipe led to a small flood of water.

West Dyke Road, near Redcar Hospital, has been closed whilst workers carry out emergency repairs to a pipe that burst last night (September 15).

The closure has been marked on the AA Traffic map, meaning motorists and pedestrians will have to find an alternative route. 

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AA Traffic said: "Road closed due to water main work on West Dyke Road both ways from Edenhall Grove to Kirby Walk."

The Northern Echo: AA Traffic location of the closure.AA Traffic location of the closure. (Image: AA TRAFFIC)

A Northumbrian Water spokesperson has confirmed whilst workers are on-site in Redcar, the hospital is still accessible.

They said: “We were made aware of a burst pipe on West Dyke Road near to Redcar Hospital last night.

“We immediately attended to carry out a temporary repair to control the flow of water, and we plan to go back tonight to complete a permanent repair.

The Northern Echo: West Dyke Road, Redcar.West Dyke Road, Redcar. (Image: GOOGLE MAPS)

“We’re doing this overnight to reduce any impact on our customers’ water supplies, as work will involve cutting out a section of pipe and replacing it with a whole new section.

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“Meanwhile, there is still an escape of some water while the temporary repair is in place, and we’re using pumps and sandbags to keep any localised flooding to a minimum.

“We’re working closely with Redcar and Cleveland Council and have closed West Dyke Road at the hospital to allow us to work safely, with a diversion route in place."

“Access to the hospital is still available by travelling northbound on West Dyke Road.”