Flood Warning in East and West Didsbury and Northenden | Storm Franklin

Flood Warning in East and West Didsbury and Northenden

Heavy rain from Storm Franklin falling on already saturated ground has continued to affect parts of Greater Manchester and flooding is expected in East Didsbury, West Didsbury and Northenden. 

The Environment Agency has issued two Severe Flood Warnings at 12pm, 20 February 2022 which means we must act.  Residents who may be affected should be prepared and follow advice, should they be asked to leave their home. 

If it is necessary to evacuate homes, residents will be contacted and given instructions. We are working with colleagues in Greater Manchester Police, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue and the Environment Agency to proactively evacuate homes before any flooding has taken place to ensure people’s safety.   

Anyone required to evacuate will be asked to make their own risk assessment as to what they do.  

For those that can’t stay with local family/friends, rest centres will be made available at Didsbury Mosque and the Armitage Centre.

Please stay in that single place until you’re told it is safe to return.   

In an emergency situation where a person or household is in immediate danger, please call 999.

Flood warnings

For up-to-date warnings use the Environment Agency's interactive map.

Check river levels at the Flood Information Service. Or call Floodline on 0345 988 1188 using quick dial code 143116 for the latest updates.

You can sign up to receive free flood warnings by email or SMS from gov.uk

What to do in a flood Road closures and parked cars

Some roads and footpaths may be closed to help keep people as safe as possible. Please do not move road closure signs - they have been put in place to warn people of floods.

• Current road and footpath closures - to be updated when known

Reporting a flood and our responsibilities Check on your neighbours 

If you can, please check with others in your area: some of your neighbours may be vulnerable, unable to go out or just need a bit of help.  

How to get help, support or report any problems 

Manchester Community Response are available to help and support our most vulnerable.

In case of emergency you can call 0161 234 5004. If you are in immediate danger call 999.

After a flood