Be prepared for floods, householders warned
WEST Lancashire Borough Council is encouraging people to be prepared for floods, and check if they need to take steps to protect their homes.
The storms of winter 2015, had devastating effects for some West Lancashire residents.
It caused the worst flooding recorded in the borough, with almost 300 properties flooded.
Many people had to leave their homes because of the damage and did not return for a months.
It is the responsibility of residents to protect the property they live in, whether they own or rent.
The council is reminding residents that it does not provide sandbags, but its website provides advice on where to get flood prevention equipment and insurance.
Information to help residents decide if they should take steps to protect their property is also provided, as well as details on what to do if a flood occurs.
Cllr Kevin Wright, portfolio holder for health and community safety, said: “We understand how homes and communities can be devastated by flooding and we want to help residents be prepared and become more resilient. We urge people to go to the website, look at the flood awareness pages and consider what action they should take.”
Visit www.westlancs. gov.uk/flooding.
To report a flooding incident, or if you have concerns that your property may be at immediate risk, contact the Environment Agency on 0345 988 1188 where staff with upto-date information will be able to assist you.
Alternatively, visit https://flood-warninginformation.service.gov. uk/warnings where you can sign up for alerts.