Storm Boelo causes travel disruption across Lancashire

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 24 Oct, 20:32 · Archive

Storm Boelo has flooded railway tracks between Preston and Blackpool, causing train cancellations and delays.

Storm Boelo has flooded the railway line between Preston and Blackpool North, blocking services on 24 October. Northern Rail warned that trains running to and from stations along the affected route may be cancelled or delayed, with disruption also forecast on other lines including Manchester Airport to Blackpool North, Rochdale-Manchester-Blackburn-Clitheroe-Ribblehead and Manchester-Bolton-Wigan-Southport until the end of 25 October.

The storm has brought heavy rain and strong winds across Lancashire and Greater Manchester. Blackburn Road at Ewood Bridge flooded over the River Irwell following rainfall throughout the day. Drivers have been urged to make only necessary journeys.

The Met Office issued yellow weather warnings for rain in Greater Manchester, forecasting between 25mm and 30mm of rain widely, with upland areas potentially receiving 50mm to 60mm. The Environment Agency's national flood forecast said local surface water flooding was probable in parts of northern England on Saturday, while river flooding was possible in some areas.

How it is being reported

• Warning as Storm Boelo flood train tracks from Preston to BlackpoolPassengers have been warned that trains may be cancelled after Storm Boelo brought heavy rain which has flooded tracks between Preston and BlackpoolLancashire Telegraph · 24 Oct, 19:50
• Lancashire's 'at risk' motorway routes during Storm BoeloDrivers are urged to only make necessary journeys while Storm Boelo continues.Chorley Guardian · 24 Oct, 14:23

In this story: Storm Boelo · Preston · Blackpool · Lancashire · Greater Manchester · Northern Rail · Met Office · Environment Agency

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