On Thursday 21st January, the GM Strategic Coordination Group for Storm Christoph confirmed that South Manchester is no longer at high risk of flooding and residents may return home safely.
The emergency services, local authorities and additional resources shall reman in the area over the coming days, to help evacuated residents' return home and provide support.
Southway staff are also on hand to assist any evacuated tenants returning home. Please call us on 0161 448 4200 if you need our support.
We encourage all residents to follow updates on flood risks in the area using the links below.
Useful links and Reporting flooding
- Sign up for Flood warnings at: www.gov.uk/sign-up-for-flood-warnings
- To report flooding, phone the Environment Agency incident hotline: 0800 80 7060
- Check what to do in case of a flood: www.manchester.gov.uk/stormchristoph Facebook: Manchester City Council Twitter: @ManCityCouncil
- For advice and updates contact the Floodline on: 0345 988 1188 using quick dial code 143116#5.
- If in immediate danger phone: 999
You can read the full statement from Assistant Chief Constable Nick Bailey, Chair of the GM Strategic Coordination Group for Storm Christoph, below:
"The latest update we have received has suggested that we are past the worst point of potential flooding and therefore we have taken the decision, following consultation with the Environment Agency and Met Office, to step down the major incident that was declared on Tuesday morning.
"The severe flood warning for parts of Didsbury is no longer in place; however I want to be clear that this does not mean that we are withdrawing resources from the areas affected and others identified as potentially vulnerable.
"Residents will continue to see an increased presence from emergency services, local authorities and other partnership agencies as we support those still facing challenges caused by the flooding and a safe return to their homes.
"There remains severe flood warnings in the Little Bollington area of Trafford and we have already been in contact with those residents who may be affected to advise them on potential evacuations and preparations that can be made.
"As a partnership, we will continue to monitor the situation and should there be a need to step up a major incident and resources again then we are prepared to do so. I would urge the public to remain on alert for potential disruption caused by the flooding and only travel where absolutely essential.
"We will continue to keep the public where possible and appropriate on the latest position with regards to this situation. More information for anyone with concerns about flooding in their area can be obtained by contacting your local authority who will be able to sign-post you to the most appropriate information and support.
"I would also link to thank the emergency staff from the fire service and police, who worked alongside colleagues from the Local Authorities and support volunteers, for their personal commitment to protecting our communities."