Contacts and how to be prepared

Flood support:

• Sign up for flood warnings - call Floodline on 0345 988 1188
• Check for flood alerts or flood warnings - https://www.gov.uk/check-flood-risk
• For advice on how to plan and prepare for a flood visit https://thefloodhub.co.uk/
• Key traffic information is available at https://www.cumbria.police.uk/traffic
• Cumbria County Council information is available at https://www.cumbria.gov.uk/emergencyplanning/supportingpages/floodingadvice.asp
• Put together a personal flood plan for you and your family. The personal flood plan includes a list of things you should do (like moving sentimental items to safety) and provides space for you to note down important contact details such as your utility companies and insurance. Find out more at www.carlisle.gov.uk/flooding
• Sign up to Cumbria Community Messaging at www.cumbriacommunitymessaging.co.uk to receive free weather and flood information.
• In the event of a flood or other major incident, listen for updates on BBC Radio Cumbria and follow @Cumbriapolice, @CumbriaCC and @EnvAgencyNW on Twitter.
• Visit our Flooding webpage for more information - www.carlisle.gov.uk/flooding