Flood warning for Whitewell Brook at Piercy and Newchurch from Ashworth Road to Wood Lea Road
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Storm Bert means that the River Irwell is rising rapidly and flooding to Whitewell Brook at Piercy and Newchurch is likely from 12:30 pm today Saturday 23 November 2024 until at least Saturday evening.
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 12:00 noon on 24/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood warning area: Properties adjacent to Brook including Globe, Dale, Gaghills, Mill End and Albion Mills. Waterfoot Business Centre. Properties on Burnley Road East, Rose, Booth and Clarke Holme Streets, the Close and Thornfield Avenue including the bakery.
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The River Irwell level at Holt Mill Bridge was 1.46 metres. Property flooding is possible when it goes above 2.50 metres.
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