Emergency services rushed to Strinesdale Reservoir this afternoon following reports that a woman had got into difficulty in the water.

Greater Manchester Police (GMP) confirmed that a rescue operation is currently underway. In a statement, the force said:

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“Emergency services are currently at Strinesdale Reservoir after reports of a woman getting into difficulty in the water. A rescue operation is underway.”

Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) also detailed their response, confirming that two fire engines from Oldham Central and Chadderton, along with the specialist Water Incident Unit from Heywood, were dispatched to the scene.

A GMFRS spokesperson said:

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