Flood Emergency Checklist

A practical flood emergency checklist to help you prepare before flooding, act during a warning and recover safely afterwards.

Use this checklist to prepare before flooding, act during a warning and recover safely afterwards.

If there is immediate danger to life, call 999.

Before flooding

  • Create a simple flood plan.
  • Keep emergency contacts available.
  • Store important documents safely.
  • Prepare a flood emergency kit.
  • Know how to turn off gas, electricity and water if safe.

Emergency kit

  • Torch and batteries.
  • Phone charger or power bank.
  • Medication and first aid supplies.
  • Bottled water and snacks.
  • Insurance details and important documents.