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1. Keep an emergency pack of torch and radio with batteries, candle, matches, bottled water and perhaps a camping gas cooker ring
2. Protect doorways and low level air vents with sandbags or rubbish bags filled with earth
3. Turn off gas and electricity
4. Move as much as you can, including food, upstairs
5. If you are trapped by flooding, remain near a window to attract attention
6. Call Floodline at the environment agency on 0845 988 1188 for warnings and information
7. Check on your neighbours, particularly those who are elderly or infirm

Please visit the Environment Agency, for up-to-date  information.

In the event of flooding, there may be risks of ill health due to water-borne infection.

The Health Protection Agency have issued advice on what measures should be taken to reduce these risks.

The Environment Agency have produced 3 guides giving practical advise on preparing before a flood, also what to do during and after a flood. 


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