CHESHIRE is reeling from the devastating impact of Storm Christoph this evening.

A number of major roads are currently closed around Northwich, Knutsford and Wilmslow following severe flooding.

The following roads are closed in the Northwich area:

  • Cogshall Lane, Comberbach
  • Davenham Road, Rudheath
  • Eaton Lane, Davenham
  • Gorstage Lane, Weaverham
  • Nursery Wood, Nursery Road, Barnton
  • Ollershaw Lane, Marston
  • Town Bridge and Northwich town centre
  • Warrington Road, Acton Bridge
  • Wincham Lane, Wincham

Meanwhile, the following roads are closed around Knutsford and Wilmslow:

  • A56 between Lymm Road and the M56
  • Lees Lane, Wilmslow
  • Lymm Road, Little Bollington
  • Peacock Lane, High Legh
  • A50 to Holmes Chapel, Knutsford Road, Rode Heath

This list is not exhaustive, and smaller roads surrounding these major ones are also likely to be affected.

A spokesman for Cheshire Police said: “During heavy rainfall, avoid driving unless it is essential.

“If you do have to travel, switch your headlights on and do not attempt to drive through floodwater – it only takes a small amount of water to seriously damage your engine, and put yourself or others at risk.

“If you need us in an emergency, please call 999.”