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Councils work around-the-clock with emergency services, government agencies and the voluntary and community sector to cope with prolonged extreme weather.
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Document library
Key documents to help flood risk practitioners and other risk management organisations with flood risk management responsibilities.
Flooding: frequently asked questions
Answering the most common questions around flooding.
Managing flood risk
Flooding is a natural process resulting from a variety of events. It is a major problem for many people, posing a risk to health, safety and wellbeing.
Coastal flooding and erosion
Coastal flooding is caused by extreme tidal conditions.
Flood risk and flood risk management
Flood risk and how it can be managed by local authorities to help mitigate the impact of flooding.