A new programme of ground investigation works have been announced in the Ravenhill Road area of Belfast.

Geda Construction will carry out the work on the NI Water scheme, which is being delivered in advance of a major Flood Alleviation project.

These preparatory works will include two trial excavations on the Ravenhill Road, construction activities at NI Water's site compound on London Road and vehicular movements between these locations. This will confirm the location of existing services and assess ground conditions to assist with the detailed design of the flood scheme.

Work is due to commence on 28 October and run for five nights.

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This flood project, which is programmed to commence in early 2020, is being undertaken to alleviate ongoing internal and external flooding issues within the Ravenhill Avenue area and will involve the upgrading of existing sewers on Ravenhill Avenue and other residential streets in the area.

In order for the works to be undertaken safely, traffic management will be in place and it will be necessary to have a temporary lane closure on the Ravenhill Road. During this time, two-way traffic will be maintained with the use of temporary traffic signals. Due to the nature and location of these works on this busy arterial route and to reduce disruption, the works will be undertaken during evening/night time hours.

Vehicular access for residents will be maintained as far as possible but may be subject to slight delays, and pedestrian access will be available at all times. Parking restrictions will be in place around the working area.

When complete this project will increase the capacity of the sewerage system in the area, significantly reducing the likelihood of out-of-sewer flooding and environmental pollution.

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