Key information sources on flooding
The latest information on flood risks, including weather forecasts, is available from the links and telephone numbers below. Local radio can also be a very useful source of information about local flooding, including flood warnings and disruption generally.Environment Agency
For information and advice on flooding, the precautions that people should take, and where it is:
- Floodline: 0845 9881 188
- Website: www.environment-agency.gov.uk
(flood warnings - see www.environment-agency.gov.uk/subjects/flood/floodwarning/)
Met Office
For up to date weather forecasts and weather warnings:
- Website: www.metoffice.gov.uk
Highways Agency
For information on congestion, any road closures on motorways and major trunk roads:
- Helpline number: 0870 0660 115 - for automated traffic info
- Information line: 0845 7504 030
- Website: www.trafficengland.com
National Rail enquiries
For information for those planning journeys by train:
- Telephone: 0845 7484 950
- Website: www.nationalrail.co.uk
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