Storm Babet: Flood alerts remain in place as water levels fall across Greater Manchester

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Water levels are falling across Greater Manchester but flood alerts remain in place after heavy rain battered the region. Storm Babet wreaked havoc across the UK earlier this week, with a red 'danger to life' warning issued in parts of eastern Scotland.

In Greater Manchester, residents in parts of Tameside, Manchester, and Stockport were warned to 'act now' over likely flooding on Friday (October 20). READ MORE: Storm Babet latest: More flood warnings issued across Greater Manchester as residents told 'act now' - full details READ MORE: Storm Babet: Saturday's hour-by-hour Met Office forecast for Greater Manchester Conditions have now improved across the region, with the worst of the rain expected to have cleared.

Temperatures are looking to be mild, with Sunday set to be the most pleasant day of the weekend. The Met Office is predicting 'unsettled' and blustery weather into next week, adding Tuesday and Wednesday are likely to be showery and breezy.

The Environment Agency said of the south Manchester warnings today: “River levels are rising on the River Mersey due to Storm Babet. “Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Mersey, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around land adjacent to the River Mersey at West Didsbury and Withington golf course. “Our incident response staff are on site monitoring the situation and will take action when needed. “River levels are steady but have the potential to rise due to rainfall during the early hours of this morning, 21st October 2023. “Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. “Monitor local water levels and weather conditions.