Roads became rivers, with cars abandoned to the elements
Roads were left flooded as Lancashire was battered by thunderstorms, forcing motorists to abandon their cars in the water.
The afternoon and evening saw spells of heavy rain hit all parts of the county, with the impact so great in such a short time that drains were unable to cope in some places. Pictures sent to LancsLive showed Ronaldsway in Preston left underwater at the bottom of its hill.Those living nearby were seen standing on walls to avoid the flood water while cars risked driving through the water. Elsewhere, cars were abandoned in the street as deeper water was left standing on Wigan Road in Euxton.
Danmark Seneste Nyt, Danmark Overskrifter
Similar News:Du kan også læse nyheder, der ligner denne, som vi har indsamlet fra andre nyhedskilder.
Preston and Lancashire thunderstorm warning issued for SaturdayStorm clouds expected over the Docks Pic: Ian Lambert Preston has been warned to brace for thunderstorms through Saturday. The Met Office has issued a ye
Læs mere »
Trial date set as childminder is charged with Lancashire baby's murderPolice were called to reports a baby boy had suffered a medical episode but Harlow tragically died four days later
Læs mere »
Lancashire nightclub dogged by accusations of spiking, sexual assault and fightsThe incidents have taken place at Ormskirk club in the span of five months
Læs mere »
Lancashire lads ignored 'shark' shouts before spotting 20ft creatureLancashire lads on 'boys weekend' twice ignored 'shark' shouts before spotting 20ft creature
Læs mere »
20 faces and names who have appeared in Lancashire courts this week20 faces and names who have appeared in Lancashire courts this week including accused killers, con artists and perverts
Læs mere »
LEAP to career success through free development programmeNow is your final chance to take advantage of the Lancashire Engaging Apprentices Programme (LEAP) AD UCLanBusiness
Læs mere »