The River Douglas from Horwich Star Vale to Appley Bridge including Adlington, Blackrod, Wigan, Standish, and Gathurst
Area Details
- River / Sea
- River Douglas
- County
- Lancashire
- EA Area
- Bolton, Lancashire, Wigan
- Type
- alert
- Reference
- 012WAFUD
What to Do
If a Flood Alert is active, be prepared:
- Monitor local water levels and news
- Prepare a flood kit with essential items
- Know your evacuation route
- Sign up for EA flood warnings (free)
- Check your insurance covers flood damage
Nearby Flood Areas
Low lying properties on the right bank of the Douglas, downstream of the Canal Bridge including Burnside, Bankside, Northdene, Southdene, Westdene, Broadmede and Greenfield
River Douglas · Warning
River Douglas and other watercourses from Parbold to Tarleton including Rufford, Mawdesley, Croston and Moss Side
River Douglas · Alert
The Wayfarer Pub off Alder Lane and surrounding low lying land
River Douglas · Warning
Low lying land on the south bank of the River Douglas at Appley Bridge including properties along Appley Lane as far as Speakmans Drive
River Douglas · Warning
Low lying properties on the right bank of the Douglas between the Canal and Alder Lane
River Douglas · Warning
Flood Insurance for This Area
Properties in this flood alert area should ensure they have adequate flood insurance. The Flood Re scheme, backed by the government, ensures affordable cover for at-risk homes.