Landslip Damages Properties in Hoarwithy
A homeowner whose house was partially destroyed by a landslip expressed relief that her family was not at home when the incident occurred.
The landslip took place in Hoarwithy, Hereford, around 21:00 GMT on Friday and caused damage to two neighboring properties.
Homeowner Reacts to the Incident
One of the affected owners, Suzanne, shared her emotional response to the event, stating:
"Every time I come out here I end up crying,"
She added that she was still trying to understand the full impact of what had happened.
Council Response and Road Closure
Herefordshire Council is currently awaiting the results of a survey on the rock face to determine if the adjacent road can be safely reopened.
A council spokesperson advised:
"In the meantime, we ask all motorists and residents to respect the road closure and follow the diversions that have been put in place,"
Emergency Alert and Property Securing
Suzanne recounted that a lorry driver was the first to notice a downed electrical cable and alerted neighbors, who then contacted emergency services.
"They secured the property as best they could to keep things safe and that's been it really since Friday,"
She also mentioned the family's efforts to adapt to the situation:
"We're just trying to make sense of a new normal for us as a family and where we go from here, because obviously it's going to be a really long time to put this right."
Council Actions and Inspections
Herefordshire Highways teams responded to the scene shortly after the landslip occurred, according to the council.
The authority has maintained contact with the property owner and is taking measures to address the situation. Building control officers have inspected the affected properties as part of the ongoing response.
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