Emergency advice

In an emergency, key specialists are called together to identify the problems and ensure that an effective response is being made.

Surface water flooding can happen for a number of reasons, such as heavy rainfall, blocked drains or overflowing rivers or streams.

Not everyone who is homeless or sleeping rough is aware that there are services available to help them. Find out more here.

Here is a list of emergency contacts including who to call if there is a power cut or if you smell gas.

The local resilience forum comprises of local emergency service responders, local authorities, as well as associated businesses, organisations and voluntary sector representatives.