Standby UK — Flooding UK
Flood warning? Do these things before the water rises.
The Environment Agency sends free flood alerts by text and email — sign up at gov.uk/flood. Acting early is everything.
1. Protect the house
- Move valuables, documents and electronics upstairs or onto high shelves.
- Weigh down or bring in anything in the garden that could float away.
2. Utilities
- If there's time, turn off gas and electricity at the mains if water is near them.
- Never touch switches if you're standing in water.
3. Grab bag
Keep one ready by the door with:
- Medication
- Phone charger
- ID
- Cash
- Warm clothes
4. What to buy
Three items that help you protect your home and recover faster:
KATSU pump
KATSU 400W submersible pump — around £37.
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Quick Dam flood bags
Quick Dam water-activated flood bags, two-pack — around £20.
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JUNDUN document bag
JUNDUN fireproof waterproof document bag — around £16.
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