A major water main burst on London’s Caledonian Road on Feb. 24, 2026, causing flooding, evacuations, and widespread service disruptions.

A 30-inch water main burst on Caledonian Road in Islington, London, on February 24, 2026, causing severe flooding, road closures, and evacuations. The London Fire Brigade responded with 40 firefighters and six engines, using inflatable boats and pumps to manage floodwaters that reached basement homes. The road remains closed between Bingfield Street and Stanmore Street, disrupting bus routes 17, 91, 259, 274, and N91. A respite center opened at the Islington Tennis Centre for displaced residents. Thames Water confirmed the incident, warning of water outages or low pressure in postcodes N1, N7, WC1X, and EC1R. Repairs are underway, and officials urge the public to avoid the area due to ongoing disruptions.