Rutherglen underpass flooded and causing problems as Storm Gerrit hits

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Reports of a Rutherglen underpass being flooded and causing problems for the “elderly” and those with “mobility issues” has been sent to the council as Storm Gerrit hits Scotland.The underpass on Mill St in the South Lanarkshire town is reported to be flooded after Storm Gerrit blasted the nation with heavy rainfall and snow.The storm hit overnight and blasted areas across Scotland with 80mph winds, which resulted in delays and postponements to train services, flights and football matches.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

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Will someone be able to come out?“It’s forcing folk to take the long way via Lights on Mill St, not great for the elderly or those with mobility issues.”Colin Park, Head of Roads, Transportation and Fleet Services at South Lanarkshire Council, responded: “Our roads team are en route to assess the situation with a view to taking action to resolve.” *Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire.

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