Three new flood guides, giving practical advice on preparing for a flood and what to do during and after a flood – have been produced by the Environment Agency.

The guides include information on action to take when floods are forecast and how to cope after floods have struck. It also has information on insurance cover, clean up considerations and useful contact numbers.

Lead Emergency Management Officer, Nick Andrews, said: “While the risk of floods in Rutland may not be as high as in other areas, it is important we know how to react to all severe weather conditions.

“The guides offer clear, practical advice and reinforce the importance of individuals in taking responsibility for protecting themselves and their properties.”

People can check their flood risk and find advice on how to prepare for flooding at www.environment-agency.gov.uk

To find out if you can register for the Environment Agency’s Floodline Warnings Direct – a free service that provides flood warnings direct to you by telephone, mobile, email, SMS text message, fax or pager – call Floodline on 0845 988 1188.

As well as signing up for warnings, you can get simple advice on what to do before, during and after a flood.

Preparing for a Flood - Practical Advice on what to do to protect you and your property (pdf file)

During a Flood - Practical Advice on what to do to stay safe in a flood (pdf file)

After a Flood - Practical Advice on recovering from a flood (pdf file)