How to prepare for flooding

  • Turn off gas, electricity and water supplies
  • Unplug all electrical items and store upstairs 
  • Put plugs in sinks and weigh down
  • Put a sandbag in toilets to prevent backflow
  • Move pets and valuables to safety
  • Move furniture and electrical items upstairs
  • Leave downstairs internal doors open
  • Place important documents in a safe place or take them with you if evacuated
  • Place sandbags over manhole covers
  • Move vehicles to safety
  • Please be a good neighbour. If you are concerned about any elderly or frail residents, please inform emergency services, or contact the adult social care emergency on 01494 675802.

Contact Information

If you think you are at risk from flooding, phone the Environment Agency's Floodline on 0845 988 1188. You can also phone them to register for flood alerts by phone, mobile, fax or pager.

Council Offices
Tel:
01895 837200
Email: sbdc@southbucks.gov.uk

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