The water in a stretch of one of Greater Manchester's rivers has been 'left looking milk' as experts probe possible pollution. Locals walking through Alkrington Woods in Middleton were left stunned today (Thursday) after spotting water in the River Irk had turned a white colour.
One says he is now scared to walk his dogs and children through the beauty spot as officers the Environment Agency confirmed they are investigating reports of 'pollution' - the source and nature of which are currently unclear.
Chris Turner, 58, said it was the second time in a week the river had changed colour having last week 'looked like someone had put a load of Persil Automatic in it.'
