Major flooding incident in Bolton, Manchester – VeryWeather – Live Snow, Rain, Severe Weather, Lightning and Aurora

A emergency services response is currently ongoing in the Horwich area of Bolton following an intense downpour this afternoon.

>Posted 19:30pm on Sunday 16th May 2021

The incident occurred following approximately 2.5 inches of rain that fell within the space of an hour between 5 and 6pm this evening. The storm also brought hail and frequent thunder for a short period.

Photo below by Nicola Crompton

Multiple vehicles are still reporting to be blocked in various parts of Horwich. The latest local travel update:

Severe flash flooding in Horwich area is causing numerous closures:

*A673 Chorley New Rd CLOSED from Ainsworth Ave to The Beehive Rbt

*A6027 DeHavilland Way CLOSED from Middlebrook Rbt to Beehive Rbt – heavily congested – AVOID!

Some minor/estate roads impassable too. pic.twitter.com/4YJZ2bfswM

— MancTraffic (@manctraffic) May 16, 2021

🚨🚨FLOOD WARNING🚨🚨
We have received several reports of flash flooding in Horwich, Lancashire.
@LancashireFRS and @manchesterfire are on scene and dealing with stranded persons.
We are on StandBy to assist if required by 999 services. pic.twitter.com/KvT51jSbBR

— North West 4×4 Response (@NW4x4R) May 16, 2021

Whilst the storm is currently fading out, many roads in the area still remain impassable.

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