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The Environment Agency has issued a flood warning for a village near Greater Manchester as heavy rain is forecast throughout the night and into Monday.

Flooding is expected in Walsden, near Todmorden from 6am on Monday, December 1. Flood warnings, a step up from flood alerts , mean flooding is expected and people should act now.

The Environment Agency warning states: "High river levels are expected to cause flooding throughout the morning. Flooding is expected on 01 December 2025 from approximately 0600 with further rainfall expected.

"Locations most affected will be Walsden from Bottomley Lock to Clough Mill including Rochdale Road, Walsden Station and Walsden School. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels .Start acting on your flood plan if you have one."

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