Emergency Plan - Fylde Borough Council

Emergency Plan February 2007
Annex G
(Text of a leaflet which may be produced for or emailed to Households likely to be
affected by flooding, the media, duty officer)
Preparing for a Flood – Advice to Householders
Flooding is becoming more frequent - You can't prevent it BUT you can prepare for it
Floods occur during prolonged rainfall and after flash storms. No matter how small the risk, if
you suspect that your property is liable to flooding there are simple self-help steps you can
take to prepare for the worst.
Floods occur rapidly, if you have not prepared you will be caught out. You may hear warnings
on the radio or television during or following the weather forecast. Do you know what they
mean? There are four warning messages, which are:
Flooding is possible, and the situation could worsen
• Stay tuned to local radio or TV
• Check CEEFAX Page 400 or TELETEXT Page 150
• Ring Floodline on 0845 988 1188
Flooding is now expected, so put your flood plan into action
• Move pets, vehicles, food, valuables and other items to safety
• Put sandbags or floodboards in place
Severe flooding is now expected
• Be prepared to lose power, gas, electricity, water, telephone
• Try to keep calm, and to reassure others, especially children
An all clear will be issued when flood watches or warnings are no longer in force
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