Prepare. Act. Survive. It’s Flood Action Week

Do you know what to do if flooding was forecast in Waverley?  It’s Flood Action Week which aims to show people how to prepare or what to do in a flood to significantly reduce any damage to home and possessions and help keep you safe. 

Flood alert - Prepare

• prepare a bag that includes medicines and insurance documents
• check flood warnings

Flood warning - Act

• turn off gas, water and electricity
• move things upstairs or to safety
• move family, pets and car to safety

Severe flood warning - Survive

• call 999 if in immediate danger
• follow advice from emergency services
• keep yourself and your family safe

You can find out more on the government’s what to do in a flood webpage.

There is also information on how to protect yourself and your home in case of flooding on  the Surrey County Council Flooding Advice web page.

Find a full list of emergency contact numbers and more information on flooding, including, signing up for flood warnings,  by visiting our Emergencies in Waverley web page.