Northern Gas Networks (NGN), the gas distributor for the North of England, is carrying out essential work to ensure the continued safe and reliable supply of gas to customers at Ormesby Road, in Middlesbrough.
The ageing metal pipework is now being replaced by new, more durable, plastic pipes to ensure a safe and reliable supply of gas to customers now, while getting the network ready to carry alternative cleaner forms of energy in the future.
The project is due to start on 31st July and is expected to last for five weeks. It has been planned in collaboration with Middlesbrough Borough Council and will be carried out at the junction of Longlands Road.
So that engineers can complete the work safely and efficiently, and to protect members of the public, some traffic management measures will be introduced.
From 31st July, multi-way temporary traffic lights will be placed at the junction of Ormesby Road, Longlands Road and Kings Road, and lane closures on Longlands Road.
These measures will be in place for the full duration of the project. It’s expected that this will impact journey times so motorists are advised to allow extra time for travel.
Steven Storey, Site Manager for Northern Gas Networks, said: “We would like to apologise in advance for any inconvenience caused during these essential works. However, it is vital we complete them in order to continue to maintain a safe and reliable gas supply to this part of Middlesbrough.
“We thank customers for their patience as we work to complete this project as safely and quickly as possible.”
For further information about the work please contact NGN’s Customer Care Team on 0800 040 7766 or email: customercare@northerngas.co.uk.
Anyone that smells gas or suspects carbon monoxide should call the National Gas Emergency Service immediately on 0800 111 999. This line is in operation 24-hours a day, seven days a week.
