Residents near Manchester river told to 'act now' as flood warning issued
manchestereveningnews.co.ukResidents living near a river in Manchester have been urged to 'act now' as flooding is expected this afternoon. The water levels at the River Irk are 'expected to cause flooding this afternoon', the Environment Agency said.
The river runs through Cheetham Hill at Dantzic Street and up to Collyhurst Road. Residents who live in the area covered by the river's flood warning have been urged to closely monitor the situation and take precautions.
The Environment Agency said: "Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding this afternoon. READ NEXT: Met Office issues new heavy rain and flooding warning for Greater Manchester "Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Irk, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around properties adjacent to the River Irk.
We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels. "Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
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