A Flood Warning was issued for Millingford Brook at Ashton in Makerfield in Wigan on 24th October 2026. Affected watercourses included the Millingford Brook.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Sankey Brook at Causey Bridge rose 2.14m, peaking at 2.73m, while the Millingford Brook at Lincoln Drive climbed 1.72m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels are expected to cause flooding this evening. Flooding is expected on Saturday 24 October . Locations most affected will be properties around Wigan Road and Princess Road. We are closely monitoring the situation . Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on Sunday 25 October or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Causey Bridge | Sankey Brook | +2.14m | 2.73m |
| Lincoln Drive | Millingford Brook | +1.72m | 2.09m |
| Platt Bridge, Templeton Road | Hey Brook | +1.25m | 1.83m |
| Ivy Street, Ashton-In-Makerfield | Millingford Brook | +0.90m | 1.21m |
| Haydock West End Road | Black Brook | +0.83m | 0.98m |
| Wigan | River Douglas | +0.75m | 1.00m |
| Ellamsbridge Road, St Helens | Sutton Mill Brook | +0.75m | 0.98m |
| Sportsman Street, Leigh | Westleigh Brook | +0.75m | 0.98m |
| First Avenue | Borsdane Brook | +0.69m | 0.98m |
| Romford Street, Hindley | Borsdane Brook | +0.46m | 0.67m |