Tanners Lane in Wigan has been closed following a major flood, with council and United Utilities staff working at the scene after the road was submerged in water on Thursday morning (August 20).
Vehicle Abandoned Under Bridge
Photos taken by the M.E.N show a vehicle that appears to have been abandoned underneath the bridge where the flooding occurred. Most of the water has subsided, but signs remain in place for the time being.
Thunderstorm Warning Issued
The flooding comes after a thunderstorm warning was issued for Greater Manchester. The Met Office placed a yellow weather warning for thunderstorms that lasted until 1pm. The forecaster warned that heavy showers and storms are likely to 'lead to some travel disruption and flash flooding'.
The warning covered all of Greater Manchester as well as parts of the North West, Derbyshire, the North East of England, Wales and Yorkshire and Humber.
Investigations Ongoing
A spokesperson for Wigan Council said: 'We can confirm that we are aware of the flooding on Tanners Lane today. The road has since been closed and will remain closed until the water level subsides. Investigations are ongoing.'
