Strong winds in the area have resulted in the Leeds and Liverpool Canal being blocked in two places near Adlington by fallen trees.
One fallen tree has blocked the towpath and navigation near Ridding Bridge (number 74).
A second tree has blocked the navigation 3 miles nearer Wigan, between bridges 64 and 65 (between Adlington and Red Rock).
British Waterways will issue re-open notices as soon as the blockages have been cleared.
For enquiries about the stoppage, contact British Waterways on 01942 405700.
Update: May 27th 2008
The tree near Riddings Bridge has been removed and the canal has now re-opened to navigation. The tree between bridges 64 and 65 is expected to be removed on Wed 28th May.
Update: May 29th 2008
The tree between bridges 64 and 65 has been removed and the canal has now re-opened to navigation.
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