A burst water main is slowing down traffic on the roads in South Kensington on Wednesday (December 21) evening.

Motorists are warned that Old Brompton Road at the junction with Bute Street in South Kensington is closed.

The incident is believed to have started in the late afternoon and is still ongoing.

Bus routes 430 and C1 have also been placed on diversion from Old Brompton Road, Queen's Gate and Harrington Road to Cromwell Place.

There are no reports of any impact to commuters using nearby South Kensington tube station.

Drivers are advised to use an alternative route as the incident is ongoing.

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