Rochdale Road at Slattocks blocked by fallen tree
Date published: 18 February 2022
Photo: Rochdale Borough Council
The fallen tree at Slattocks
Rochdale Road at Slattocks has been blocked by a fallen tree, as of 3.40pm on Friday (18 February).
Residents are asked to avoid the area near Slattocks roundabout whilst the issue is dealt with by Rochdale Borough Council and contractors. The 17 bus between Rochdale, Middleton and Manchester Shudehill is being diverted through Hollins Lane and the M62, its operator Go North West confirmed.
🚧 Diverts#GNW17
— Go North West (@gnwbus) February 18, 2022
Fallen tree blocking both lanes Rochdale Rd Stake Hill Middleton - Service to use Hollins lane and the M62 in both directions ^KS
Posting on social media, a spokesperson for the council said: “We're dealing with reports of fallen trees, including this one blocking the road at Rochdale Road near Slattocks roundabout. Please avoid this area where you can. We are dealing with it, working alongside our contractors.
“Also another fallen tree has been reported on Laythe Barn Close, Milnrow.
“Please do bear with us as we are dealing with a number of storm-related issues.”
Due to Storm Eunice, several trees across the borough have fallen, including at Laythe Barn Close, Milnrow, and Louise Gardens.
Any road or tree damage can be reported to the council here.
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