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   • URGENT action demanded on Herefordshire's drains after yet more floods

     Ross-on-Wye Liberal Democrat councillor Ed O’Driscoll put a motion to fellow members for the council to accurately map the county’s drains, ...

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   How do I prepare for river flooding in the future?

   • To prepare for main river flooding in the future, the Environment Agency manages the Flood Warning Service. We encourage all property owners at risk to sign up to this free service. It will give you advanced warning of potential flooding. You can do this here. If you are at risk of surface water flooding, you can sign up to weather alerts here.

   Be Flood Prepared: Respond and Recover Quicker - Environment Agency

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   What should I do after a flood?

   • Check vulnerable family or neighbours are safe. Turn of gas and electrics before flood waters enter the property. Fill jugs and saucepans with clean water. After a flood, water levels may rise and fall for several weeks depending on drainage and any further rainfall. Avoid entering flood water unless absolutely necessary.

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   Should you plan ahead for a flood?

   • Planning ahead for flooding is straightforward, quick and free. Getting ready before a flood saves you money on recovery and time spent out of the property. Meaning getting back to normal quicker. Local Resilience Forums help to coordinate responses to emergencies such as flooding.

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   How can we cope with a high flood risk?

   • Restoring rivers to their natural state, removing dams and managing floodplains could help us cope with that higher flood risk, according to experts, and various restoration projects are planned or underway across Europe as part of this effort. When the flow of water is slowed, it creates deeper pools for fish to congregate and rest.

   How restoring rivers' natural curves can prevent flooding

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   Why do we need a flood risk strategy?

   • Many flood risk communities across England have actively contributed to developing this strategy; recognising that if we are serious about our growing flood risk challenges we must be ambitious, forward looking, and act with speed and urgency, reflecting peoples’ needs and the devastation that flooding causes.

   New blueprint to protect and prepare nation from flooding

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   What should I do if I'm a flood hazard?

   • Move your family, vehicles, pets and important items to safety, for example upstairs or to higher ground. If you have them, use flood protection products, for example flood barriers or air brick covers. Always follow advice from your local council or the emergency services if you are asked to evacuate.

   Flooding - Prepare

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3. www.gov.uk › prepare-for-floodingPrepare for flooding: Protect yourself from future flooding ...

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   Protect yourself from future flooding. You can: check for flooding in the next 5 days. sign up for flood warnings by phone, text or email. check your long term flood risk from rivers, the sea...

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   Mar 7, 2024 · You will find information on preparing for flooding, such as our free Flood Warning Service. We also provide practical advice on responding to flood alerts and warnings. These steps will...

5. www.gov.uk › government › newsNew blueprint to protect and prepare nation from flooding

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   The Strategy sets out in more detail the strong economic, social and environmental benefits from investing in our resilience to future flooding and coastal change.

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7. www.bbc.co.uk › future › articleHow restoring rivers' natural curves can prevent flooding

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   Sep 19, 2024 · For centuries meandering rivers have been straightened – but experts say restoring their natural bends and curves can prevent flooding and create healthy habitats for wildlife.

8. www.gov.uk › government › newsPublic urged to prepare for floods after wettest 18 months on ...

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   3 days ago · Published. 14 October 2024. The Environment Agency is urging the public to ensure they are prepared for a flood as the nation marks the annual ‘Flood Action Week’, which this year runs from 14 ...

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   If you own a riverside or canalside property, there might be additional things you need to do. Read guidance on the rights and responsibilities of owning a riverside property and contact the Canal...

10. www.zurich.co.uk › news-and-insight › how-to-prepareHow to prepare for and respond to flood risks - Zurich

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    Preventive measures and risk management. Flood emergency response plans. What to do when a flood happens. How to make a claim. We've also included an interactive checklist, emergency kit and contact list to help you prepare for a flood.