Flood Inform ation map fo r
Berkshire, N orth East Hampshire and
Surrey - River Loddon Catchm ent
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Hampshire and Surrey
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If you w ould like
more inform ation
contact the
Environment Agency 0118 953 5343.
Environment Agency
Kings M eadow House,
Kings M eadow Road,
Reading RG1 8DQ.
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River W hitew ater
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Fleet B ro o k
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Flood Risks in this Area
The map on the back o f this leaflet shows the rivers and streams in
your area. It also shows where floods have happened in the past,
w here they could happen in the future and where there are flood
defences which reduce the risk o f flooding.
I f you live close to a river or stream you should know how flood
w arnings w ill be issued in your area.
Flood W arnings
The Environment Agency operates a colour coded flood warning
system for river flooding. The colour tells you how serious the
threat is:
Y e llo w W a r n in g
A w arning o f flooding to some low lying farm land and roads near
rivers or the sea. Parks and gardens m ay also be affected.
Local R adio
Flood warnings will be broadcast on local radio. If you
are concerned that weather conditions may cause
flooding listen to :
Who To Contact For Help
During A Flood
For information on flood warnings telephone Floodcall
0645 88 11 88. All calls are charged at local rates.
BBC Th a m e s Valley FM - 95.2 b 104.1 FM
(in Berkshire)
If roads are flooded due to blocked drains contact
your District or Borough Council. Keep the telephone
numbers ready for use.
BBC S o u th e rn Counties Radio - 104.6 FM
(in Aldershot & Farnborough) or
If you think you will need sandbags, prepare yourself
now by asking your District or Borough Council where
you can get them.
2 TE N FM - 1 0 2 .9 FM
(in Basingstoke & North East Hampshire)
In an emergency, where there is a risk of injury or
danger to life, always dial 999.
A A R o a d w a tch may also include flood warnings in
travel inform ation bulletins on many local stations.
A m b e r W a r n in g
A w arning o f flooding to isolated properties, roads and large areas
o f farm land near rivers or the sea. Parks and gardens may also be
affected.
Floodcall
Red W a r n in g
A warning o f serious flooding affecting many properties, roads and
large areas o f farm land. Large numbers o f parks and gardens may
also be affected.
How To Find Out About
Flood W arnings
If there is a risk that flooding could occur from a river, flood
warnings will be issued for the area affected. It is your
responsibility to take appropriate steps to protect yourself and
your property.
Telephone 0 6 4 S 88 11 88 and listen for information
H am p shire '.
Have your gas and electricity checked
before use.
This is a recorded information service providing details
Boil all tap w ater until it has been
declared safe.
of flood w arnings in your area.
For 2 4 -h o u r information and advice on
This is how you can find out about any flood risk to your area:
flood w a rn in g s in England and Wales, call;
T e le te x t
E N V I RO N ME NT AGENCY
F L
O O D C A L L
Check the regional weather pages on Te letext on ITV
page 105.
If You Are Flooded
on 'Rivers in Berkshire, Surrey o r N orth East
0 6 4 5 88 11 88
A vo id contact w ith floodwater, it may be
contam inated.
Contact your insurers.
Help Yourself By Being Prepared
M I N I C O M TEXTPHONE: 01904 692 297
If you would like more information please telephone
us on 0118 953 5343 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m
All calls are charged at local rates.
w e e k d a y s.
Detailed plans showing how warnings are issued in
your area will be available for inspection at
Environment Agency offices from September 1, 1996.
017550