Heavy rain causes flooding and road closures near Manchester Airport

Heavy rain has caused significant flooding in Greater Manchester, stranding at least five cars on the A555 near Manchester Airport. The road is closed, and images show vehicles nearly submerged in water. The M56 is also closed between junctions six and seven, affecting airport access. Multiple roads across the region are shut due to flooding, and rail services have been canceled, prompting travel warnings. Emergency services have declared a major incident, rescuing residents from flooded homes and vehicles. Greater Manchester Police are coordinating the response, focusing on the hardest-hit areas, including Bolton and Stockport.