Full list of 'areas at risk' of flooding across Greater Manchester as 'act now' warnings issued

Areas across Greater Manchester have been hit with a flood warning amid a day of heavy rainfall across the region, with river levels peaking and some roads expected to become immersed in water.

The Environment Agency has now issued eight flood warnings and a seperate flood alert, including in Manchester city centre, with residents in some areas told to 'act now'.

It comes after the Met Office issued a yellow weather alert for heavy rain across the region on Monday (September 30), warning of possible flooding to roads, homes and businesses, with delays also expected to hit public transport services.

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Chadderton

From 2pm on Monday, the Environment Agency warned areas around Chadderton Fold were likely to start to flood. Rising levels in the River Irk are expected to affect areas around Chadderton Fold, the Church Inn , Street Bridge Road and the Bowling Green. Residents were told to 'start acting on their flood plan', with the situation being 'closely assessed' by officials.

Cheetham Hill

Another flood warning was issued for parts of Cheetham Hill amid rising water levels in the River Irk. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads and properties adjacent to the river.

People were told to avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges. Areas at risk include properties adjacent to the river Irk from Cheetham Hill Junction to Victoria Station. This includes Collyhurst Road, Roger Street and Scotland Bridge.

Crumpsall

Rising levels in the River Irk are also expected to continue to cause flooding in Crumpsall and areas near to North Manchester General Hospital.

The Environment Agency said flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Irk, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around land and properties adjacent to the River Irk, including Crumpsall Vale.

An 'act now' warning was issued for areas around Crumpsall Vale, Bellfield Close, Carsdale Drive, Sandybrook Drive, Newcroft Drive and Hawkins Close.

Blackley

An area in Blackley has also been issued with a flood warning by the Environment Agency. Aeas at risk include properties on Kendal Road, and some properties on Roch Bank, due to rising water levels in the River Irk.

A further flood warning was issued for an area in Blackley, close to Heaton Park. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Irk, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around properties at Highgrove Court.

Middleton

Rapidly rising levels in the River Irk have caused a further flood warning to be issued in Middleton. Areas at risk include some properties on Hilton fold lane, and Rex Mill on Don Street.

Residents have been urged to 'act now', with the situation being 'closely monitored' by the Environment Agency.

A second alert was also issued in Middleton, covering parts of the town centre. Areas on Boothroyden Road, Manchester Old Road and Rhodes Business Park are expected to be the most at risk.

Properties around Alkrington Park Road, Middleton Way, Manchester New Road, Oldham Road and Wince Brook could also see flooding.

Manchester

Areas around the Vale Park Industrial Estate in Manchester are also at severe risk. The Environment Agency said areas at risk include some properties on Waterloo Street, Hazelbottom Road, Stoneyholme Avenue, Vale Park industrial Estate, Hendham Vale industrial park and some property on Hendham Vale.

Flooding was expected from around 2pm, with those living in the area told to 'act now', with the area being 'closely monitored'.

Manchester city centre and Salford Quays

A new flood warning has been issued across Manchester city centre, with residents urged to 'be prepared'. Parts of the lower River Irwell catchment area could be at risk of becoming flooded.

According to the Environment Agency, parts of Manchester city centre, including around Chapel Street and the Green Quarter, Water Street, Oxford Road and Princess Street could be at risk.

Flood alert area includes the lower River Irwell catchment area, and also includes the Rivers Irk and Medlock, Wince and Worsley Brooks and their tributaries.

Residents affected by the flood warnings have been told to:

• protect yourself and your loved ones
• move your loved ones, pets and valuables to a safe place
• move to higher ground or the upper floor of a building
• turn off the gas, electricity and water in your home if it’s safe
• put flood protection equipment in place
• do as the emergency services tell you
• help others if it’s safe to do so