08/12/2025
For those it may affect please note we have just recieved a Flood Alert please see below:
A flood alert has been issued by the Environment Agency.
Flood alert in force: Upper River Irwell catchment with Oldham, Bolton, Rochdale, Haslingden, Ramsbottom and Rawtenstall
Flooding is possible for: Upper Irwell catchment includes the Rivers Beal, Roch and Croal, Limey Water and their tributaries. Other locations which may be affected are around Farnworth, Whitefield, Little Lever, Radcliffe, Bury, Heywood, Whitworth and Bacup
Forecast rising river levels overnight may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible on 09 December 2025 River levels will be high from 00:00 until 15:00.
Flooding is possible at low lying land and roads near Oldham, Bolton, Rochdale, Haslingden, Ramsbottom and Rawtenstall.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.