Shock as ‘huge crater’ opens in road near Portaferry

An MLA has expressed shock after a “huge crater” opened on the Shore Road near Portaferry.
Mr Easton's photograph of the hole on the Shore RoadMr Easton's photograph of the hole on the Shore Road
Mr Easton's photograph of the hole on the Shore Road

The DUP’s Alex Easton said the hole was so big there is a “clear view of sea lapping below”.

Mr Easton said: “I am amazed and bewildered to see such a huge hole in the road coming out of Portaferry, and another two also forming on the coastal road further down.

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“There was no visible signage up coming up from the Portaferry end and the road was being used from both directions.

“This should not have been left in such a dangerous condition and urgent action is required to ensure the road is closed and there is no access along it and also that urgent repairs are taken as a matter of urgency.

“This matter has been reported to both Transport NI and the PSNI.

“The message is for drivers to avoid the Shore Road, Portaferry.”

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