FLOODING RESPONSE PLAN - Fylde Borough Council

Emergency Plan February 2007PoliceIt is the responsibility of the Police to maintain public order at all times. During a flooding incidentthe Police will be responsible for evacuation procedures (if necessary) and informing residentsaccordingly. The Chief Constable is a principal participant in the calling of a major incident andwill arrange for resources to be made available as required. Co-ordination of Police resourceswill be made from the Hutton Divisional Headquarters.County CouncilIt has been agreed with Lancashire County Council that in the event of a major emergency ordisaster Fylde Borough Council would initially assume responsibility subject to being able to callon the County Council for assistance if required. At the outset of an emergency, Chief Executiveor the Director of Operations may wish to consider whether the response should be District orCounty led.Government Departments, Public utilities and other Organisations and Services.Government departments, public utilities and many other organisations have resources which, ifrequired, might be available to help in an emergency.Fire Brigade.The Fire Brigade will be responsible for the pumping out of flooded properties following anincident.Voluntary Services.The assistance of voluntary bodies (such as WRVS) and individuals may be available to providesupport as appropriate.Mutual AssistanceMutual assistance between the Districts and County could be of vital importance when dealingwith widespread emergencies. However, it should be noted that Fylde’s nearest neighbours(Blackpool BC and Wyre BC) are likely to be experiencing similar conditions in the event of tidalflooding, and may be unable to assist.Appendix 59Rev.0