Bridge damaged during heavy rains partially reopens
Heavy rain has caused increased river flows which have damaged the bridge
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A key route through the Borders has partially reopened after heavy rainfall caused damage to a bridge due to increased river flows.
The A702 had been shut at the Westwater bridge in West Linton in order to assess the scale of the problem.
A diversion was put in place for several hours before it was able to reopen with temporary traffic lights.
It follows a prolonged period of heavy rain across southern Scotland and a number of weather warnings.
Chris Tracey, BEAR Scotland south east unit bridges manager said: "Safety is our core priority.
"We appreciate that the restrictions will have an impact but urge drivers to be patient while we address the issues affecting this structure."Â Â Â Â
Water-damaged goods are still being taken away in Dumfries
Meanwhile, in Dumfries the clean-up operation is continuing after the severe flooding of recent days.
A car park on the Whitesands, which was badly affected, was closed to allow water-damaged equipment and goods to be removed.
Dozens of commercial and domestic properties were hit as the River Nith rose rapidly following prolonged rainfall on Friday.