Heavy rain over the last 48 hours has seen the Environment Agency issue a number of flood warnings across the region overnight
They are:
Middle River Mersey catchment including areas near Bramhall, Stockport, Sale, Altrincham and Urmston
River Mersey Uplands catchment including Hyde, Ashton-under-Lyne, Denton, Stalybridge and Glossop
River Bollin catchment, including Knutsford, Wilmslow, Macclesfield and Bollington
For these areas they say
Flooding is possible in this area. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels. We are temporarily automating our messages due to industrial action.
