Flood warnings in force now around Rochdale and Whitworth

Date published: 28 July 2019

• Flooding is expected at the River Roch in Rochdale - immediate action required

The Flood information service say: "Due to persistent heavy rainfall, river levels are rising and flooding is possible from approximately 19:30pm this evening.

"Rainfall is likely to continue throughout the evening and we are expecting the river to peak approximately 9pm.

"We are closely monitoring the situation.

"Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation."

This information was last updated at 6:44pm Sunday 28 July 2019.

• Flooding is expected at the River Roch in Littleborough - immediate action required

Due to persistent heavy rainfall, river levels are rising and flooding is possible from approximately 21:00.

Rainfall is likely to continue throughout the evening. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation.

This information was last updated at 8:18pm Sunday 28 July 2019

• Flooding is expected at the River Beal at Newhey - immediate action required

Due to persistent heavy rainfall, river levels are rising and flooding is possible. Rainfall is likely to continue throughout the evening and into tomorrow. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation

This information was last updated at 10:11pm Sunday 28 July 2019

• Flooding is expected at the River Spodden at Whitworth, Daniel Street - immediate action required, this information was last updated at 6:33pm Sunday 28 July 2019.

• Flooding is expected at the River Spodden at Whitworth, North Street - immediate action required

Due to persistent heavy rainfall, river levels are rising and are expected to peak at approximately 22:00.

Rainfall is likely to continue throughout the evening and into tomorrow. We are closely monitoring the situation.

Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation.

This information was last updated at 10:23pm Sunday 28 July 2019

The Environment Agency urge people to avoid swollen rivers and not to drive through flood water.

The River Roch, Smith Street, Rochdale at 7.55pm Sunday 28 July 2019. Video courtesy of Scott Margerison
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