Residents in Stockport express despair over severe flooding and ignored warnings
Stockport: Families are reeling after a devastating flood hit on New Year’s Eve. They feel completely let down as their calls for help went unheard.
Alan and Lyn Russell, who live on Glandon Drive, faced a nightmare when heavy rain turned their street into a lake. They reported blocked drains to the council weeks before, but nothing was done.
When the rain came pouring down, their home was flooded with two to three inches of water. Their carpet was ruined, and most of their furniture was damaged. It was a total mess.
Lyn shared how they were getting ready for bed when they noticed water creeping in. Thankfully, their son-in-law came to help unblock the drain, or things could have been much worse.
Alan, 77, expressed his frustration, saying the blocked grids have been a problem for years. He’s angry that the council didn’t act sooner, despite their warnings.
Another neighbor, Dave Young, also faced flooding. He described the water reaching his ankles and causing electrical issues. He echoed the sentiment of feeling hopeless as the water rushed in.
Dave and his wife spent hours cleaning up the mess, and the damage is expected to cost a fortune. He’s worried about the risk of future flooding if the council doesn’t take action.
During a visit from the Manchester Evening News, it was clear that many drains were still blocked. The council blamed the flooding on unprecedented rainfall but promised to review the situation.
They acknowledged that such heavy rain is becoming more common and urged residents to sign up for flood alerts. Meanwhile, families are left dealing with the aftermath and worrying about their health due to damp conditions.
Both families are now facing insurance assessments and the potential for rising costs. The flooding affected many homes and businesses in Stockport, leading to calls for better maintenance of the drainage system.
Local councillors are demanding improvements, emphasizing the need for regular cleaning of grids and gullies. They want to ensure that residents are protected from future flooding events.
As the community comes together to address these issues, there’s a strong desire for change. Residents are hopeful that their voices will finally be heard and that action will be taken to prevent this from happening again.
