During the floods

Information on these pages is there to help residents during a flood and when evacuation might be necessary because of flooding.

Tune into local radio stations (BBC Hereford & Worcester 96,104, 104.4 and Free Radio 102.8), log on to the Worcestershire County Council website for the latest information or check the Council Council's Twitter account;

• Keep dry and out of flood water;
• Stay in your property, if safe to do so or as advised by the emergency services;
• Do not drive through flood water and always obey 'road closed' signs. Find out which roads have been closed;
• Do not walk in flood water or on river banks, sea defences or cross bridges over torrential rivers;
• Avoid contact with flood water and wash hands before handling food or attending to wounds and;
• Do not allow children to play around high water, drains or any flooded areas.

If an evacuation situation arises:

• Try to stay calm and not panic;
• Move people, pets, valuables and sentimental items upstairs or to a higher level;
• Be aware that flooding may not have reached its peak, or may be predicted to return;
• Respond to the instructions from the emergency services - they have your safety in mind and;
• Avoid unnecessary contact with water, it may be contaminated.