The Roanoke Rapids Sanitary District began work this morning to repair a broken 12-inch water line which led to the issuance of pressure advisory for its customers in the Gaston area.

CEO Dan Brown said in a statement this morning the work will require lane closure from Gaston to Roanoke Rapids on the Highway 48 bridge.

The southbound lane is expected to be closed beginning this morning until afternoon on Friday. Use of the Interstate 95 bridge is recommended for a safer alternative detour during this time. Brown said the RRSD expects full water service to be restored to Gaston customers and Northampton County this weekend.