Dorset Local Resilience Forum (LRF)

Preparing Dorset to respond to emergencies ⚠️ Updated by the Dorset Civil Contingencies Unit. Not monitored 24/7 please don’t report emergencies here.

[NHS Dorset @NHSDorset]

Another bank holiday is coming up ☀️

Remember to order prescriptions early to avoid delays in getting your medicines over the long weekend.

https://t.co/jEszvdKi1y

[Met Office @metoffice]

Very warm temperatures are expected from the Bank Holiday weekend. But how hot will it get in your area? 🌡️

Heat will move in from the south and then spread northwards.

Watch our latest 10 Day Trend with Annie ⤵️

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[APHA @APHAgovuk]

Calling all beekeepers! It’s #WorldBeeDay and as healthy bees depend on proactive beekeepers, check out this info from our National Bee Unit and see how to reduce disease risks, spot diseases early and strengthen the health and resilience of your bees: https://t.co/bhBUysLfjm

[BCP Council @BCPCouncil]

- Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. As well as the water damaging your car, there may be hazards under the water you can't see, or it may be a lot deeper than you realise.

[Dorset Echo @Dorsetecho]

All the roads closed due to flooding https://t.co/Vt6DlYEKYC

[Official Weather UK 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿☀️ @Official_WXUK]

SEVERE flood warning ⚠️ meaning danger to life has been issued for the Upper Frome at Dorchester in Dorset. River levels are still rising rapidly and severe flooding is expected.

[Digital Radio Bournemouth One @BournemouthOne]

News: Dorset Council’s highways teams are responding to flooding across the county after heavy rain from Storm Chandra fell on already saturated ground.. @DorsetCouncilUK

https://t.co/jvQEdZPBL7

[Environment AgencySW @EnvAgencySW]

🌧️ Storm Ingrid will bring rain and wind to most of the South West from the early hours.

⚠️ Flood warnings are already in place for Devon, Cornwall, West Sussex, Somerset, Hampshire, Wiltshire, and Dorset.

📝 Get flood warnings now: https://t.co/T5HFQrhcwO

[South Western Ambulance Service @swasFT]

⚠️Heavy rain and strong winds are affecting parts of the #SouthWest today and into Saturday, bringing a risk of flooding and difficult driving conditions.

Please #HelpUsToHelpYou:
🚗 Avoid flooded areas
🚨 Only call 999 in life-threatening emergencies

#StaySafe #WeatherAware

[Met Office @metoffice]

With warnings for rain in place for parts of the UK over the next few days, ensure that you’re #WeatherReady with some tips and advice from our partners on staying safe in heavy rain.

Read their top tips here https://t.co/xIuM2bOD3j

[NHS Dorset @NHSDorset]

Flu cases are rising and it's not too late to protect yourself ahead of the holidays. Have your vaccination today at a walk-in clinic, pharmacy or speak to your GP.

For booking made easy visit https://t.co/KfE9qfGNcW.

You can also book via the NHS App or call 119.

[South Western Ambulance Service @swasFT]

Our 999 service is experiencing increased pressure. 🚨

If you have an urgent, non-emergency, medical need please make use of local services, such as urgent treatment centres.

You can also use 111 online, or call 111, to get advice and help. 💻

▶️ https://t.co/L9gNiHzqzr

[HM Coastguard @HMCoastguard]

Coastguard rescue teams are ready to respond to coastal incidents 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

If there is an emergency at the coast over Christmas, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard 🎄

[Dorset Local Resilience Forum (LRF) @dorsetprepared]

@APHAgovuk has extended the mandatory housing measures to protect poultry & captive birds; due to cases of avian influenza increasing across the whole of England. For all the important information ---> https://t.co/QPuGywcHp6 #DorsetPrepared

[South Western Ambulance Service @swasFT]

🚨 Please remember to only call 999 for life-threatening or serious emergencies that need urgent care, such as, but not limited to:

✔️ Unconsciousness
✔️ Not breathing
✔️ Severe bleeding
✔️ Chest pain or stroke symptoms
✔️ Major trauma or serious burns

#HelpUsToHelpYou

[APHA @APHAgovuk]

Highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed on a premises in North Yorkshire, East Sussex and Devon. All bird keepers should remain vigilant and follow stringent biosecurity measures to prevent future outbreaks. See https://t.co/Ei44zogGSt: https://t.co/kVC5W69sVS

[Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service @DWFireRescue]

Help older relatives and friends stay #FireSafe in the kitchen. Clearing the crumb build-up in toasters will help prevent a fire. #CookWithCare

[South Western Ambulance Service @swasFT]

Join our next virtual Patient Participation Panel on Friday 21 November 🚑

Whether you've used our services or not, we want to hear from YOU.

🔗 Find out more and register to attend: https://t.co/MR4ofqm6XW
📧 Or email: [email protected]

[APHA @APHAgovuk]

If you keep #poultry, even just pet #chickens, or other captive birds, including #gamebirds, watch our animation for ways to limit contact with wild birds to reduce the risk of disease spread. The #AvianInfluenza Prevention Zone remains in place.

https://t.co/ZZgeSEyme3

[APHA @APHAgovuk]

Please look out for #YellowLeggedHornet in your area and if you think you’ve seen one please report it: https://t.co/HgxMUkIlV9. Read more about why this is important at: https://t.co/XK46EhsYmm