A Flood Alert was issued for Upper River Douglas in Bolton, Lancashire, Wigan on 24th October 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Douglas.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Douglas at Parbold rose 1.84m, peaking at 2.31m, while the River Douglas at Wanes Blades climbed 1.75m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on Saturday 24 October and into the early hours of Sunday 25th October. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near to the rivers Ribble, Hodder and other watercourses, from Settle to Samlesbury including Clitheroe, Gisburn, Sawley, Waddington and Ribchester. We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on Sunday 25 October or as the
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parbold | River Douglas | +1.84m | 2.31m |
| Wanes Blades | River Douglas | +1.75m | 2.76m |
| Platt Bridge, Templeton Road | Hey Brook | +1.25m | 1.83m |
| Red Rock | River Douglas | +0.97m | 1.22m |
| Appley Bridge | River Douglas | +0.92m | 1.64m |
| Ivy Street, Ashton-In-Makerfield | Millingford Brook | +0.90m | 1.21m |
| Wigan | River Douglas | +0.75m | 1.00m |
| First Avenue | Borsdane Brook | +0.69m | 0.98m |
| Eccleston Heskin Bridge | Syd Brook | +0.63m | 1.27m |
| Romford Street, Hindley | Borsdane Brook | +0.46m | 0.67m |