With persistent rain having fallen through the day, St Helens Council confirmed that Peasley Cross Lane - is again closed due to flooding. There are have also been reports of localised flooding in parts of Haydock and Haresfinch. The Environment Agency, meanwhile, warned of service water flooding and significant river flooding across the region. “Environment Agency teams will be out on the ground, taking action to reduce the impact of flooding and supporting local authorities in responding to surface water flooding. "We advise people to stay away from swollen rivers and not to drive through flood water as just 30cm of flowing water is enough to move your car.