There are properties at risk from flooding across the city and this risk is often known and assessed. If a property has been identified as being at risk it is always advisable for the owner or occupant to familiarise with what they can do to protect themselves and their property. The following practical steps are particularly useful:
Find out if your property is at risk from flooding from a main river
Contact the Environment Agency’s Floodline on 0845 9881188 or visit their website (follow the weblink from this page). If you have recently moved into an area talk to your neighbours to find out about any history of flooding.
Subscribe to receive flood warnings
If you live in an area at high risk of flooding, the Environment Agency can inform you of any flood warnings they issue. Contact the Floodline on 0845 9881188 for advice on how to arrange this.
Check your insurance
Contact your insurance company to check your household policy covers flooding. The Association of British Insurers can provide advice on flooding insurance and insurance policies. Follow the weblink from this page to visit their website.
Make your property flood resilient
The Environment Agency website provides lots of helpful information on protecting your home against the effects of flooding.
This section provides access to a wide range of other resources which residents and business owners can use to prepare themselves proactively in order to minimise the impact upon themselves.