Lowdham FLAG

Lowdham Flood Action Group is a voluntary organisation established to make Lowdham more resilient to flooding.

[Lowdham FLAG @FlagLowdham]

Really useful meeting with Toby and Mary from @EnvAgencyMids to inspect Cocker Beck yesterday. Lots of helpful
Ideas from them. Really good to have the support.

[Lowdham FLAG @FlagLowdham]

Well done @EnvAgencyMids for doing an excellent job in clearing the Cocker Beck.

[Lowdham FLAG @FlagLowdham]

Very unfortunate that @CadentGasLtd appears to have damaged a surface water drain on one of @LowdhamParish most vulnerable streets (Station Road). Hope they can make amends quickly. @viaeastmidlands @NottsCC

[Lowdham FLAG @FlagLowdham]

Great response from @viaeastmidlands over recent event. Notably Matt D, Jon W, and the tanker crew Dave and Dan. We much appreciate your efforts.

[Mary Long-Dhonau OBE @floodmary]

Why is it that during #floods, drivers all over our country have no regard for 'road closed' signs & drive through flood water, forcing bow waves of water into people's homes?
Show some compassion

BBC News - 'Arrogant' drivers ignored flood road closures
https://t.co/Xkn1GNWlZO

[The Flood Hub @TheFloodHub]

Do you own or occupy land or property next to or containing a main river in England?👩‍🌾
If so, this new guide will help you understand your roles & responsibilities as a #riparian owner, including
- maintenance⛏
- permitting✔
- flood risk💧
📰https://t.co/aizJE58d1V

[The Flood Hub @TheFloodHub]

⛈️⚠️ Summer #storms can cause #FlashFlooding from rapid #runoff on dry ground

👉 Sign up for #flood warnings
👉 Stay updated on @metoffice #weather alerts
👉 Prepare a flood plan & kit
👉 Stay vigilant for potential property damage

Learn more👉https://t.co/gWPqD2h0NZ

[Flood Re @floodre]

Have you heard of Build Back Better❓

The scheme is designed to reduce the cost and impact of future floods by including property resilience measures as part of flood repairs 🔩

Check out our website for more info 🔗 https://t.co/BUkTTtbzWy

[The Flood Hub @TheFloodHub]

Traditional hessian #sandbags are not the best option for flood defence as they are heavy, easily rot and are not always available at the time of #flooding!

Find out why alternative sandbags are a better option: https://t.co/OHhyOH95lv

[The Flood Hub @TheFloodHub]

🚰 #Sewer #flooding stems from blockages caused by misuse of the system, like flushing unsuitable items. Heavy rainfall can also overload it, risking property damage. Water companies manage #flood risk from public sewers & #utility pipes.
https://t.co/FLwGF66H35

[Mary Long-Dhonau OBE @floodmary]

Emma Hardy will be the 'floods' minister.
https://t.co/sdIiTvD6Qe

[The Flood Hub @TheFloodHub]

🌧️ #Flashflooding can strike suddenly with intense rainfall, posing risks in dry land or urban areas with limited drainage capacity. Steep valleys increase vulnerability.

Learn more about flash flooding: https://t.co/gWPqD2h0NZ

[The Flood Hub @TheFloodHub]

🌊 Road #flooding can occur due to blocked gullies and drains. The highway authority, like the County Council or @HighwaysEngland, manages #flood risk on #roads.
Report flooding to your local council. Learn more: https://t.co/I9uLZnog7z

[The Flood Hub @TheFloodHub]

Share our top tips for #driving through #flood water. With #SummerStorms possible, be aware of surface water #flooding & standing water on roads. Just one egg cup full of water into your engine is enough to damage your car Read our blog here https://t.co/FC2ghBHkSx

[The Flood Hub @TheFloodHub]

💦📢 When it comes to #flooding, reporting is crucial for prompt response and effective risk management! Do you know who to contact during a flooding incident?

Learn more about the importance of reporting flooding in our blog: https://t.co/9xei1jqRPP

[The Flood Hub @TheFloodHub]

We've added a new Types of Flooding Toolkit to our Knowledge Hub. Download all the resources we've used this week, all in one place!
Explore now: https://t.co/iteaw3NxP5

[Mary Long-Dhonau OBE @floodmary]

Summer is a great time for a spot of external maintenance.
#flood water will find it's wicked way in through poorly maintained mortar & through air bricks. The self closing airbrick ( pictured) can stop that!

[Mary Long-Dhonau OBE @floodmary]

#Flooding happens during summer months too. Surface water #floods could happen tomorrow.
Make sure you are prepared!
Preparation can really reduce the misery.
Wide aluminum tape can stop water entering your home via the bricks! Wide Gaffer tape helps slow the water through doors

[The Flood Hub @TheFloodHub]

As many as 40% of businesses do not reopen after a #flood! A further 25% go on to fail within a year.💧
Ensure your business is prepared.

Check out our #business flood resilience blog here👉https://t.co/5yvh23pLen

[The Flood Hub @TheFloodHub]

Explore our #SustainableDrainageSystems (SuDS) page and you can find lots of information on:
💧 The types of #SuDS
💧 SuDS and Development
💧 Blue-green Infrastructure
💧 Multiple Benefits of SuDS
💧 Surface Water Flooding
💧 Case Studies

➡️https://t.co/kT26jzQtMe