New Year's Eve Disrupted in Rochdale by Noise and Rain

As the clock ticks down to midnight, residents in Rochdale are facing a disrupted New Year's Eve due to a combination of loud fireworks and heavy rain. The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for the area, and the weather has certainly made its presence felt.

The evening got off to a chaotic start, with youths setting off extremely loud fireworks in the Queensway and Sandbrook Park areas. The noise disturbance was heard clearly from within homes, causing a significant disruption to those trying to enjoy a quiet evening in. The fireworks, which began hours before the traditional midnight countdown, were a source of frustration for many residents who were looking forward to a peaceful celebration.

 

However, the heavy rain that set in later in the evening brought a temporary halt to the noise. The downpour, which is expected to continue throughout the night, has also caused disruption to social plans, with many people opting to stay indoors rather than venture out to visit friends and family.

The yellow warning issued by the Met Office has proved to be accurate, with the rain causing hazardous conditions on the roads and making it difficult for people to travel. As a result, many New Year's Eve celebrations in Rochdale are being held indoors, with people opting for a more low-key evening at home rather than risking the elements.

Despite the challenges posed by the weather and the early evening noise disturbance, residents in Rochdale are still looking forward to ringing in the new year. For those who are staying indoors, the evening can still be a time for celebration and reflection, and many are making the most of the opportunity to spend time with loved ones in the comfort of their own homes.

As the night wears on and the countdown to midnight begins, the people of Rochdale will be hoping that the rain clears and the noise disturbance subsides, allowing them to enjoy a peaceful and memorable start to the new year.