Flood

Helpful advice on what to do before, during and after a flood.

Check if you are at risk of flooding

You can use the Environment Agency's website to check the below:

You can also prepare for any emergency by following our P.L.A.N advice on our emergency planning page.

The Environment Agency provides more detailed advice on what to do before, during, and after a flood in their flood advice guides.

You can find information and advice about flooding on the GOV.UK website. 

Simple ways to prepare for flooding

  1. Sign-up for flood warnings
  2. Make a personal, community or business flood plan
  3. Find out how to prepare your home or business
  4. Read flooding advice for the public

The Environment Agency provides more detailed advice on what to do during and after a flood on their website.

What should I do if I am experiencing flooding in my home?

  1. Check in with other people in your household - if they are not at home make sure they are somewhere safe
  2. Gather essential items together, either upstairs or in a high place
  3. Fill jugs and saucepans with clean water
  4. Move your family and pets upstairs, or to a high place with a means of escape
  5. Turn off gas, electricity and water supplies when flood water is about to enter your home if safe to do so. DO NOT touch sources of electricity when standing in floodwater
  6. Keep listening to local radio for updates or call Floodline on 0800 807060  
  7. Check in with vulnerable neighbours or relatives
  8. Flood water can rise quickly, stay calm and reassure those around you. Call 999 if you are in danger
  9. Stay safe, always listen to the advice of the emergency services and evacuate if told to do so