A number of Cambridgeshire homes and premises were flooded in the storms on Thursday 13 and Sunday 16 August.
The risk of heavy summer rains isn’t over just yet, so with that in mind here are some handy hints for residents in East Cambridgeshire based on material from the County Council’s Flood & Water Team.
Prepare and protect
- If you are concerned about being flooded, phone Floodline 0345 988 1188 for flood warnings currently in force, or for advice on how to stay safe during a flood.
- If there is an imminent risk to life contact the emergency services on 999.
Useful advance preparations include
- Preparing a Household Flood Action Plan
- Protecting valuables and important documents
- Listening to and acting on the advice of the emergency services
- Moving upstairs or to higher ground as soon as possible, and keeping warm.
More information is available at https://nationalfloodforum.org.uk/about-flooding/preparing/checklist-action-plan/
Emergency response
Again, if there is an imminent risk to life contact the emergency services on 999.
If you need to leave your home due to flooding and need help relocating or you require emergency response or recovery advice, contact East Cambridgeshire District Council 01353 665555 or 07710 978900 in an emergency.
Reporting flooding
- You can report ponding or flooding to roads and footways online at https://www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/residents/travel-roads-and-parking/roads-and-pathways/roadworks-and-faults/
- If you have already experienced flooding within the living space of your home, or wish to make the Council aware of external flooding to outbuildings, gardens and private paths please use the flood reporting form at https://www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/business/planning-and-development/flood-and-water/report-a-flood/
The County Council may be able to investigate the cause of flooding and offer advice about reducing future risk.
Useful links