A flood alert has been issued for parts of Greater Manchester as heavy rain is expected to hit the region.
The alert, issued by the Environment Agency, covers parts of the River Mersey in areas near Bramhall, Stockport, Sale, Altrincham and Urmston.
Forecasters are warning that water levels on the river could rise amid anticipated "heavy rainfull" overnight. Specific areas that may be affected by flooding include Stretford, Gatley, Cheadle Hulme and Cheadle.
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People are advised to avoid low lying footpaths and any bridges near to rivers, and not to walk or drive through flood water.
A statement on the gov.uk website reads: "River levels will rise on the River Mersey due to heavy rainfall overnight. Flooding is possible at low lying land and roads around Micker, Cringle, Sinderland and Poynton Brooks and their tributaries from early morning on 01/11/2022.
"The forecast is mainly dry throughout the day tomorrow however, further rainfall is forecast tomorrow night. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
"Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water."
Flood alert is the lowest of the three warning levels and means 'prepare', with the Environment Agency saying residents should check flood warnings and prepare a bag that includes medicines and insurance documents.
A section of the River Mersey reached its highest level ever when Storm Franklin hit the UK in February. The river level stood at 4.29m at Brinksway in Stockport. The previous highest was 3.97m - recorded on November 6, 2000.
A yellow weather warning for rain is in place across most of England, including Greater Manchester, from 8pm this evening until 8am tomorrow.
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