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The Flood Hub
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Supporting communities across the North West to manage flood and coastal erosion risk. Visit out website for more flood resilience information: https://thefloodhub.co.uk/
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The Flood Hub @thefloodhub.bsky.social · Mar 12
We’re now on BlueSky!

The Flood Hub is a one-stop shop for flood information & resources, helping households, businesses & #communities across the North West become more flood #resilient 🏘️💧.

Follow us as we share our advice & practical tips on #flood resilience.

Visit us at: thefloodhub.co.uk
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The Flood Hub @thefloodhub.bsky.social · 8h
Six ways you can help manage flood risk in your community? 🏡
🍂 Autumn leaves
🚧 Blockages
🗑️ Fly tipping
🌿 Garden waste
🚽 The 3 P's
🍲 FOGs

Download here➡️ thefloodhub.co.uk/wp-content/u...
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The Flood Hub @thefloodhub.bsky.social · 1d
📢📰 Our latest quarterly newsletter is live 📰📢
This issue contains:
🍂a tip about falling leaves,
⛈️our latest blog about the new Storm Season,
⛏️the latest Flood Scheme updates,
🫂an update from ourselves
👍& our future Focus Weeks
📰Click here to read➡️ thefloodhub.co.uk/newsletter/
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The Flood Hub @thefloodhub.bsky.social · 1d
💧 #Communities can increase their resilience to #flooding by forming a flood group.🫂
A flood group can have a variety of aims & objectives. Some groups want to warn and inform their community, whilst others want to work with agencies to tackle flood risk issues.
➡ thefloodhub.co.uk/community-fl...
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The Flood Hub @thefloodhub.bsky.social · 2d
🌊⚠️ Does your #community have a #flood plan?
A flood plan enables your community to be prepared and proactive to protect your community from future flood events💧
Download our community flood plan here ➡️ thefloodhub.co.uk/wp-content/u...
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The Flood Hub @thefloodhub.bsky.social · 2d
This October is #Unblocktober! 🚽
Remember, only flush the 3 Ps: pee, poo, and paper. Anything else can block sewers, leading to costly repairs and even increase the risk of localised flooding.💧
Read more on sewers, blockages and flooding here➡️ thefloodhub.co.uk/wp-content/u...
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The Flood Hub @thefloodhub.bsky.social · 3d
Next week, in support of Flood Action week we are hosting our annual ‘#Flood Aware? Plan and Prepare!’ Focus Week.

📲Follow us to as we share essential information on flood risk, flood plans, Property Flood Resilience, insurance tips and more!💧
#FloodActionWeek #FloodPreparedness #FloodSafety
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The Flood Hub @thefloodhub.bsky.social · 5d
Many roads are flooded tonight due to the heavy rainfall from #StormAmy. Driving should be avoided, but if your journey is essential be aware of the dangers‼️ Driving in flood water can cause:
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The Flood Hub @thefloodhub.bsky.social · 5d
There are now 14 ⚠️Flood Alerts and 🚨3 Flood Warnings across the North West. The Met Office yellow weather warning for rain 🌧️ is in place until midnight Friday.

➡️ For information on Flood Safety: 🔗 thefloodhub.co.uk/flood-safety/
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The Flood Hub @thefloodhub.bsky.social · 6d
⚠️ There are currently 10 Flood Alerts & 1 Flood Warning across the North West, mainly in Cumbria.

✅ Keep an eye on the latest updates from the Environment Agency
✅ Sign up for flood warnings
✅ Make sure your flood plan is up to date and ready to use

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The Flood Hub @thefloodhub.bsky.social · 6d
💧 #FloodFactFriday
The Environment Agency warns that after a hot, dry summer, heavy rain may not soak into hard ground. Instead, it can run off quickly, increasing flood risk, while drought conditions still continue

Sign up for flood warnings & have a plan in place 👉 thefloodhub.co.uk/am-i-at-risk/
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The Flood Hub @thefloodhub.bsky.social · 6d
With the #flood forecast projecting flooding this weekend and #StormAmy hitting today, it’s vital to know what different #FloodAlerts and #FloodWarnings mean, and what actions to take at each stage. 💧

Our resource has everything you need to stay prepared
👉 thefloodhub.co.uk/household/
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The Flood Hub @thefloodhub.bsky.social · 6d
⚠️ Flood Forecast – Friday to Sunday ⚠️

🌧️ Today (Fri): Local flooding probable in parts of the North of England from surface water – travel disruption likely.
🌊 Fri–Sat: Local flooding possible from rivers & surface water in the North & Midlands.

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The Flood Hub @thefloodhub.bsky.social · 7d
📢 Flood Re Premium Update

From 1st October 2025, Flood Re premium caps have been updated.
💷 Flood claim excess remains capped at £250.
🏠 Flood premium cost is set by Council Tax band.

👉 Find out more on our Flood Insurance resource: thefloodhub.co.uk/wp-content/u...

#FloodRe #FloodInsurance
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The Flood Hub @thefloodhub.bsky.social · 7d
For advice on what to do if #flooding is expected, visit: thefloodhub.co.uk/am-i-at-risk...

#FloodSafety #NWEngland #FloodPreparedness #WeatherWarning
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The Flood Hub @thefloodhub.bsky.social · 7d
⚠️ Yellow #Rain & Wind #Warning – North West England ⚠️

The Met Office has issued yellow warnings for rain from 15:00–23:59 Friday and wind from 15:00 Friday–23:59 Saturday.

🌧️ Heavy rain is likely to lead to travel disruption and localised #flooding.
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The Flood Hub @thefloodhub.bsky.social · 7d
🍂During the autumn months, there's an increased risk of drains becoming blocked with fallen leaves and causing surface water #flooding. 🍂

Taking time to regularly clear leaves from drains can make a huge difference💧

Download our resource here: thefloodhub.co.uk/.../09/FT-Q-...
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The Flood Hub @thefloodhub.bsky.social · 8d
🚨 Storm Amy – coming Friday 🚨

The Met Office has named Storm Amy, expected to bring strong winds and heavy rain to the North West from Friday 3 October. This could increase the risk of localised flooding.

⚠️ Keep an eye on #FloodAlert & #FloodWarning across the North West
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The Flood Hub @thefloodhub.bsky.social · 8d
Read more on our flood safety page: thefloodhub.co.uk/flood-safety/
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The Flood Hub @thefloodhub.bsky.social · 8d
With heavy rain & strong winds expected from Friday 3 October, Storm Amy could bring localised flooding to rivers, roads & low-lying areas.

🌧️Sign up for flood alerts
🌧️Check your local forecast & updates regularly
🌧️Avoid driving or walking through floodwater, it’s deeper & faster than it looks
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The Flood Hub @thefloodhub.bsky.social · 8d
🚨 Storm Amy is expected to bring strong winds and heavy rain to North West England from Friday 3 October.

💨 Winds could reach 50–60 mph & heavy rainfall may cause localised flooding, especially in rivers and low-lying areas.

What to do if #flooding is expected: thefloodhub.co.uk/am-i-at-risk...
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The Flood Hub @thefloodhub.bsky.social · 8d
Our ‘Property Flood Resilient house’ 🏡 resource shows several different #flood resistant and resilient measures that can be applied to your #property, including #SuDS🌱.

Explore our interactive #PFR house to learn more ➡️ thefloodhub.co.uk/pfr/#section-3
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The Flood Hub @thefloodhub.bsky.social · 9d
💻 Our blog library is packed with practical tips and insights!

Some of our popular reads:
💧Property Flood Resilience (PFR) Things to Consider
💧How Your Garden Can Help Manage Flood Risk
💧Understanding Flood Risk

🔗 Read more and explore our blogs here: thefloodhub.co.uk/news-and-eve...
News, Events and Blogs | The Flood Hub
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The Flood Hub @thefloodhub.bsky.social · 9d
🌧 Outbreaks of heavier rain are expected to arrive in the North West on Wednesday, which may lead to an increase in flood alerts and warnings.

👉 For advice on what to do if #flooding is expected, visit: thefloodhub.co.uk/am-i-at-risk...
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The Flood Hub @thefloodhub.bsky.social · 9d
Download our resource here➡️ thefloodhub.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/FT-Q-R72-Autumn-Leaves.pdf

Or read our blog here ➡️ thefloodhub.co.uk/blog/managin...
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The Flood Hub @thefloodhub.bsky.social · 9d
🍂During the #autumn months, there's an increased risk of drains becoming blocked with fallen #leaves and causing surface water #flooding. 🍂

Taking time to regularly clear leaves from drains around your property can make a huge difference and reduce the #risk of flooding! 💧
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