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Emergency services and partners are continuing to monitor the yellow weather alert from the Met Office for rain in Greater Manchester this evening, to ensure that preparations are in place to respond to any potential flood risk and minimise the impact on communities. There is a flood warning in place for the Palatine Road area near the Britannia Hotel. There is a small possibility of flooding in this area at around 6am tomorrow (Monday 6 January). To give residents the maximum amount of warning, the Environment Agency is issuing a Flood Warning for this area much sooner than would normally be the case. Currently the flood risk is low but other areas which may be affected are being monitored. These areas include: BramhallSaleStockportUrmstonAltrinchamSouth Manchester (Didsbury) We would like to remind you to only travel if necessary and protect yourself from the cold weather. If you do need to travel, you should adapt your driving to the conditions. Click the link for more information: Update to emergency services and partners advice ahead of amber weather warnings for snow and ice this weekend | Greater Manchester Police Advice Flooding in your area If flooding has affected your area, you can contact Floodline by phone on 0345 988 1188 or by text on 0345 602 6340, or contact your local authority if you have questions.You can sign up for flood warnings at gov.uk/sign-up-for-flood-warningsAnyone with information around any developments or in need of assistance are asked to call 101 quoting log 3258 of 31/12/2024. In an emergency, always dial 999 in the first instance. | 
