AS the wet and stormy weather looks set to continue, fire chiefs are asking property owners to carry out a simple survey of their premises and to develop a plan to ensure that flood water is prevented from entering the building and able to flow away naturally.
* Check that drainage grids, guttering and any culvert running through or past a property are clear of debris.
* Home owners who have sewage drain access covers close to the house can reduce the risk of the cover being displaced by placing something heavy on top of it – similar to a large garden pot or ornament.
* Be aware of the contours of the surrounding land or property which may indicate the areas in which flood water will accumulate and be prepared with a stock of sandbags.
Further detailed advice on flood preparation for domestic and commercial premises is given in a county council booklet – visit Link
or go to the Environment Agency’s website www.environment-agency.gov.uk
Your local fire station will also be able to give advice.
Photo: Flash back to last year’s flash flooding in Thame. (Fire Station Officer, Andy Fords reports no wind or water related incidents in the Thame area.)
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