The roadworks on Calle Ancha in Motril has struck another problem, this time it was a fractured gas pipe caused by a JCB (backhoe loader).

The fire service, fresh from pumping out floodwater around town, were called in soon after the rupture occurred at about 19.00h on Monday, but the first on the scene were the municipal police.

The first thing that the fire personnel did was to shut off the gas supply, after which they certified that the area was clear of accumulated gas…. after a quick cigarette (just joking!)

The police, in the meantime, had cordoned off the area to prevent curious bystanders from approaching. However, there was no evacuation of residents.

The gas company are now busy installing a replacement pipe section.

(News: Motril, Costa Tropical, Granada, Andalucia – Photo: Whatsapp)