burstpipes on Somerset Dailyhttps://somersetdaily.co.uk/tags/burstpipes/Recent content in burstpipes on Somerset DailyHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usTue, 23 Jun 2026 14:51:31 +0000Exploding Roads in Bath Caused by Burst Pipes, Not Lightninghttps://somersetdaily.co.uk/exploding-roads-in-bath-caused-by-burst-pipes-not-lightning/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:51:31 +0000https://somersetdaily.co.uk/exploding-roads-in-bath-caused-by-burst-pipes-not-lightning/The dramatic explosions of roads in Bath during Monday’s storm were caused by burst water pipes, not lightning strikes, according to Bath and North East Somerset Council. On the evening of June 22, intense rainfall led to severe damage on Twerton High Street and Ralph Allen Drive in Widcombe, creating large holes in the tarmac. While Twerton High Street remains open, Ralph Allen Drive has been closed as a 40-metre section requires resurfacing.