Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN), the electricity distribution network operator in the north of Scotland, is currently carrying out essential emergency repairs to its underground low voltage network in Aberdeen. The works are taking place between the King's Gate roundabout and the Queen's Road roundabout on Anderson Drive.
To allow the works to be completed safely, SSEN has enforced a single lane closure between both roundabouts on Anderson Drive, working with BEAR Scotland and Aberdeen City Council to ensure these works are completed as quickly and as safely as possible.
SSEN will be working 24/7 and expect this to last until early Friday afternoon. SSEN will do everything it can to minimise disruption to its customers and road users alike. Power supplies in the area are not currently affected by this emergency work.
Neil Wilson, SSEN's Head of Region, said:
"We recognise there is never a good time to close a lane on a busy road into Aberdeen so I would like to apologise in advance for any inconvenience caused to the public."
"These emergency works are required to carry out essential repairs to the electricity network in the area to maintain a safe, secure and reliable supply of electricity to our customers. The lane closure is required to ensure the safety of local road users, the public and our engineers as repairs are underway."
"I'd like to reassure road users in the area we will do everything we can to minimise disruption. Our engineers will complete these works as quickly and safely as possible and the lane closure will be removed as soon as the emergency works are complete. I'd like to thank the local community in advance for their patience."