We have only been collating detailed flood messages since May 2017.
Each Flood Warning may have multiple updates. The messages listed below may therefore be greater than the number of alerts detailed in the Flood Warning table above.
Flood Warning issued on 9 Feb 2020 08:33
River Irwell
River levels have risen rapidly as a result of heavy rainfall. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for Pioneer Mills, Close Park and Parkside Close. We expect river levels to remain high throughout Sunday 9th February 2020. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue further flood warnings if necessary. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Oct 2017 23:01
River Irwell
The Flood Warning still remains in force, however the rivers are receding below the flood warning level and the worst of the rainfall has passed. Further Showers are expected in the early hours of the morning, though we do not expect the river levels to rise back up to Flood Warning. We will continue to monitor the situation throughout the night and into tomorrow.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Oct 2017 20:03
River Irwell
River levels are rising in response to the rainfall and are forecast to reach the flood warning level. The rainfall is due to pass over the catchment in the next few hours. This message will be updated as the situation changes.