COMMUNITY FLOOD RESILIENCE

COMMUNITY FLOOD RESILIENCE

FLOODING is a growing concern, with an estimated 6.3 million properties (homes and businesses) in England in areas currently at risk of flooding from one or a combination of sources.

     In order to boost community and personal flood resilience, there are some key measures we can take.

Do you know your flood risk?

You can find out your flood risk online or by calling Floodline 0345 988 1188

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https://www.gov.uk/check-long-term-flood-risk

Check to see if you can receive free flood warnings.

https://www.gov.uk/sign-up-for-flood-warnings

Floodline: 0345 988 1188

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Know what to do before during and after a flood:

https://www.gov.uk/help-during-flood
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Does your insurance cover you for flooding?

Flood Re is a joint industry and government initiative. Flood Re is a flood re-insurance scheme which can make the flood cover part of your household insurance more affordable.

https://www.floodre.co.uk
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Volunteer opportunities – be part of a local flood group

Would you like to volunteer to know what to do before, during and after a flood and help your local community? If you would like to support your community or find out more about preparing for a flood, please get in touch:

Email:

You can also sign up as a flood warden volunteer via Durham Community Action

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