Asda in Trafford Park has been closed to the public after yesterday's deluge damaged the roof. Shoppers who were turning up today were being told the supermarket had been closed because of damage caused in yesterday's storms.
Nearby Costco was also hit by flooding yesterday. Footage showed rain pouring through the roof as shoppers tried to dodge the water. Join our WhatsApp Top Stories and Breaking News group by clicking this link. Today staff at Asda in Trafford Park were telling arriving customers the store was closed until further notice because of yesterday's storm.
Shopping trolleys were placed across the entrance to prevent shoppers entering. A spokesperson for Asda said: "Following extreme weather experienced in the local area, our Trafford Park store remains closed whilst we carry out essential repairs.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused and we are working hard to reopen the store as soon as possible." Shoppers at B&M in Burnage experienced a similar problem when more footage captured rainwater falling onto the tills as customers watched.
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