THE main road between two communities in East Lothian has been closed this morning for emergency repairs to a burst water main, as drivers are advised to "avoid" the area. 

The A6093, which connects Haddington to the A68 via Pencaitland, is closed between the B6371 Ormiston and West Byres/ Humbie Road junctions for the works to be carried out. 

Scottish Water will be putting out diversion routes for drivers. 

On social media, East Lothian Council said: "The A6093 which connects Haddington to the A68 via Pencaitland is closed between the B6371 Ormiston and West Byres/ Humbie Road junctions for an emergency repair due to a burst water main.

"Drivers are advised to avoid the area.

"Scottish Water will put diversion routes in place."