The flood warning
system consists of the following codes, with the
following meanings
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Flood Watch
Flooding is possible,
and the situation could worsen, so:
-- Watch water levels
-- Stay tuned to local radio or TV
-- Ring Floodline on 0845 988 1188
-- Make sure you have what you need to put your flood
plan into action
-- Alert your neighbours, particularly the elderly
-- Check pets and livestock
-- Reconsider travel plans
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Flood Warning
Flooding is now expected, so put your flood
plan into action:
As with Flood Watch
plus
-- Move pets, vehicles, food, valuables and other items
to safety
-- Put sandbags or floodboards in place
-- Prepare to turn off gas and electricity
-- Be prepared to evacuate your home
-- Protect yourself, your family and others that need
your help
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Severe Flood Warning
Severe flooding is now
expected:
As
with Flood Warning plus
-- Be prepared to lose power supplies - gas, electricity,
water, telephone
-- Try to keep calm, and to reassure others, especially
children
-- Co-operate with emergency services and local authorities
-- You may be evacuated
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