direct to your inboxA flood 'alert' has been put in force in Greater Manchester today after hours of heavy rainfall overnight.The alert warns of 'possible' flooding around the area of the middle River Mersey catchment area.It includes areas near Bramhall in Stockport, Sale, Altrincham and Urmston.The Environment Agency warned: "Flooding is possible - be prepared."And Transport for Greater Manchester said: "With heavy rain in Greater Manchester this morning, expect flooding in some areas.
Take care whilst driving."River levels there are said to be rising after heavy downpours throughout the night and into this morning.The Environment Agency warned of a chance of flooding on 'low-lying land' and around a number of brooks and their.
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