Due to the nature of the UK climate the weather is quick to change. It is important to know what the local weather is doing and to be aware of any weather warnings and subsequent action that need to be taken.
Flood warnings and alerts
View the Environment Agency's live flood warnings map to find out about any flood warnings or alerts in your area.
What do the Environment Agency's flood warnings mean?
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Warning |
Meaning |
General advice |
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Flood Alert |
Flooding is possible. Be prepared. |
• Be prepared to act on your flood plan.
• Prepare a flood kit of essential items.
• Monitor local water levels and the flood forecast on our website. |
|
Flood Warning |
Flooding is expected. Immediate action required |
• Move family, pets and valuables to a safe place.
• Turn off gas, electricity and water supplies if safe to do so.
• Put flood protection equipment in place. |
|
Severe Flood Warning |
Severe flooding. Danger to life. |
• Stay in a safe place with a means of escape.
• Be ready should you need to evacuate.
• Co-operate with the emergency services.
• Call 999 if you are in immediate danger. |
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Met Office weather warnings for Bath and North East Somerset
For weather warnings in your area please click on link below
Weather Warning