A Major Incident Standby has been declared tonight (Saturday) due to the risk of flooding in Warrington with some areas already impacted by flood waters.
The Environment Agency, Warrington Borough Council and Met Office are monitoring the situation very closely with sandbags being delivered to Vauxhall Close in Penketh, where waters were reported to be knee high.
Hawleys Lane bridge is also currently flooded. Please do not attempt to drive through.
Hawleys Bridge
Right now:
🔴There are reports of localised flooding across the borough.
🔴The Council is providing out-of-hours support, but demand is rising.
🔴If you cannot safely leave your home during a flood event (for example, if the water is too deep), please call 999 immediately.
🔴If you need to contact the Council about flooding or sandbags, please call 01925 444400.
Ms Hall said: “Please look out for neighbours, especially older people and those who may struggle to get help quickly. And only travel if it is safe to do so.
“Stay safe, and I will keep you updated when I have more information.
Flood alerts earlier in the day were upgraded to flood warnings with a Major Incident Standby now declared.
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding overnight. Flooding is expected when river levels are at their highest from 4:00 AM on 21/09/2025.
Floods are also forecast to affect locations near the Sankey Brook, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around commercial and retail property off Europa Boulevard at Gemini Industrial Park.
Weather conditions are expected to improve at midday tomorrow afternoon and no further flooding is expected.
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
Flood warning area: Areas at risk include commercial and retail property off Europa Boulevard at Gemini Industrial Park. Additional properties at risk include parts of Fairbourne close.
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