hereThere is less chance of heavy snow in Manchester, Stockport, Wigan, Salford, Bury, Bolton and Trafford.But the forecast is still for sleet and light snow in places over the next 48 hours, with freezing temperatures.
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direct to your inboxBritons have been warned to expect widespread sub-zero temperatures and icy, treacherous conditions caused by Sunday’s snowfall.According to the Met Office, temperatures in Manchester will dip to below freezing tonight, remaining at one degrees in the morning , then slightly warming up to five degrees from 1pm.Following Storm Christoph which took place earlier this week, the north west was battered by torrential rain causing major flooding.But after today's snowfall across
.hereThere is less chance of heavy snow in Manchester, Stockport, Wigan, Salford, Bury, Bolton and Trafford.But the forecast is still for sleet and light snow in places over the next 48 hours, with freezing temperatures.
direct to your inboxA yellow weather warning for snow has been issued by the Met Office for parts of Greater Manchester this weekend.Up to 10cm of the white stuff is expected to fall on higher ground.The warning, which covers parts of Stockport and Tameside, is in place from 3am to 6pm on Saturday.The snow may be heavy at times and could lead to travel disruption, according to the Met Office.There is a small chance of travel delays on roads with some stranded vehicles and passengers, along with
direct to your inboxA yellow weather warning has been put in place for Greater Manchester with more heavy rain on its way.The wet weather is likely to lead to some travel disruption and possible flooding, the Met Office has warned.Following last week's torrential downpour from Storm Christoph thousands of homes had to be evacuated due to rising water levels.Many of the region's rivers reached 'dangerously high levels', the Environment Agency said, with the River Mersey coming 'very close' to
direct to your inboxA yellow weather warning has been put in place as Greater Manchester is forecast heavy rain from midnight tonight (Wednesday).The Met Office has issued a flood alert across the region leading to some minor transport disruption and flooding.Following last week's torrential downpour from Storm Christoph thousands of homes had to be evacuated due to rising water levels.Many of the region's rivers reached 'dangerously high levels', the Environment Agency said, with the River
direct to your inboxA weather warning remains in place for Greater Manchester this morning as many parts of the region wake up to snow.After temperatures plummeted to below freezing overnight, many areas have reported a dusting of snow in the early hours.Local forecasters say this has been followed by freezing fog, widespread ice and a harsh frost.And people travelling this morning are being urged to take care on the roads.The Met Office yellow warning for ice which came into effect overnight
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straight to your inbox every day for freeHere are the Manchester United evening headlines on Saturday, January 23.Edinson Cavani believes his maturity and reading of the game have both helped him adapt to life at Manchester United with ease.Cavani has scored five goals in his first 17 appearances for United after signing on a free transfer in the summer window.The 33-year-old might not be in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's long-term plans at Old Trafford, but his impact so far this season has helped
straight to your inbox every day for free Bruno Fernandes has warned Manchester United against complacency when they face Liverpool in the FA Cup this weekend. United head into the match experiencing a rich reign of form while opponents Liverpool have won just once from their last six matches in all competitions.
direct to your inboxA yellow weather warning for snow and ice has been issued for Greater Manchester this weekend after Storm Christoph caused chaos across the region. The storm first brought torrential rain on Wednesday, then turned to snowfall in what residents called 'bonkers weather'.
direct to your inboxAn environment official has warned that residents in areas at risk of flooding should continue being alert for the next few days, despite the major incident in Greater Manchester being stood down.Around 2,000 homes and businesses in south Manchester were asked to evacuate last night with severe 'danger to life' flood warnings in place for East Didsbury, West Didsbury and Northenden.Authorities now believe water levels to have peaked - but are warning that more rain is
direct to your inboxA severe flood warning remains in Trafford as 'major incident' is stood down.Assistant Chief Constable Nick Bailey, Chair of the Greater Manchester Strategic Coordination Group for Storm Christoph, has said that the latest information suggests the worst of the flooding has passed and the major incident warning is no longer required.The same applies to the severe flood warning for parts of Didsbury, however, emergency services will remain in the area.
direct to your inboxPlayers involved in a breakaway European Super League would be banned from competing in the World Cup and European Championships, FIFA and UEFA have announced today.Football’s two biggest governing bodies have released a joint statement condemning the idea of a breakaway competition, which has gathered momentum in recent months.Manchester United and Liverpool were approached last year to join a proposed European Premier League, which would include the 18 biggest teams from
Don't miss a thing that's happening in and around Bury by signing up to the free MyBury newsletterFlood warnings remain in place in Bury after Storm Christoph triggered a ‘major incident’ in Greater Manchester.Several properties could be flooded in Radcliffe following days of heavy rainfall.Warnings are currently in force for homes at Pioneer Mills, Parkside Close and Close Park.Water levels at the River Irwell at Strongstry are also rising and are expected to remain high until Friday (January
direct to your inboxA number of flood warnings and alerts are in place across Greater Manchester and its surrounding area after hundreds of residents were evacuated from their homes overnight. Storm Christoph has brought heavy, torrential rain to the region yesterday (Wednesday) before snow settled in overnight.
direct to your inboxHundreds of people were being evacuated from their homes overnight as Storm Christoph caused widespread flooding across the UK.Some 2,000 properties in the East Didsbury, West Didsbury and Northenden areas of Manchester were due to be evacuated on Wednesday night because of rising water levels, the city council said.Elsewhere people were also asked to leave their homes in parts of Ruthin and Bangor on Dee in North Wales, and Maghull in Merseyside.Authorities have been
direct to your inboxA threat to life warning has been issued by the Environment Agency after heavy flooding hit Didsbury, Northenden and Chorlton.Around 300 homes have been evacuated in parts of the south Manchester suburbs due to flooding.
direct to your inboxA number of flood warnings and alerts are in place across Greater Manchester and its surrounding area as Storm Christoph hits the region. River levels have risen rapidly after torrential rain hit the region yesterday (Tuesday) and through the night.
direct to your inboxParts of Greater Manchester could be hit by flooding as torrential downpours are set to hit the region.It comes as the Met Office issued an amber weather warning for rain from 6am on Tuesday to 23.59pm on Wednesday.Heavy rainfall combined with some snow melting across the hills is likely to lead to flooding in some areas, the forecaster said.The Met Office said people can expect homes and businesses to be flooded, causing damage to some buildings.Fast flowing or deep