Advice on what to do to stay safe in a flood and clearing up afterwards.
In the event of a flood it is important to focus on the safety of you and your family.
If it is about to flood, DO THESE THINGS NOW:
- Tune into your local radio station on a battery or wind-up radio.(Makibalita:makinig sa iyong lokal na istasyon ng radyo sa isang baterya o wind-up radio.)
- Switch off your electricity / gas supplies. (Patayin ang iyong koryente / suplay ng gas.)
- If you have a flood plan, put it into action.(Kung mayroon kang isang plano tuwing may baha, gawin mo.)
- Move important items to safety.(Ilipat ang mga mahalagang mga bagay sa kaligtasan.)
If there's time, fit any flood protection products you might have such as:
- Flood boards
- Airbrick covers
- Sandbags or alternative barriers
- Toilet bungs (only needed for downstairs toilets)
- Any other flood product
Stay alert to localized flooding
Also known as 'surface water flooding'. This usually happens where drainage systems are unable to cope with heavy spells of rainfall. You can also find out about the possibility of 'surface water' flooding in your area by checking local weather forecasts.
Floodwater is dangerous
- Six inches of fast flowing water can knock you over.
- Two feet of water will float your car.
- Flooding can cause manhole covers to come off, leaving hidden dangers.
- Don’t walk or drive through flood water.
- Don’t let children play in flood water.
- Don’t walk on sea defences or riverbanks.
- When water levels are high be aware that bridges may be dangerous to walk or drive over.
- Culverts are dangerous when flooded.
- Look out for other hazards such as fallen power lines and trees.
- Wash your hands thoroughly if you touch floodwater as it may be contaminated.
Click this for a sample Flood Plan.
Source: Environment Agency
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