Dealing With Floods

Changing weather patterns in recent years have resulted in many instances of localised flooding ... not just in Swindon, but throughout large parts of the UK. When floods occur they can be devasting for all concerned and the effects can last for weeks, or even months.

Getting Advice

The responsibility for dealing with the effects of flooding rests with a number of different organisations, depending on the nature of the problem. These organisations work together to help people to cope in the short term and to recover in the long term.

Within these pages you will find a range of advice and guidance on these aspects, including the contact details for the various organisations that can help.

Download a General Advice Leaflet

Swindon Borough Council has created a general advice leaflet which pulls together some of the key advice you would need should flooding occur. To download this, please follow the link to:

Flooding - Advice and Guidance (PDF document - 188 Kb).

Other Sources of Help and Advice

In addition, the following are links to pages of related information which may be of assistance:

Before A Flood
Advice and guidance on the things that you should consider and do to minimise the impact of a flood, should it occur.

During a Flood
Advice to help you in a period where flooding is already taking place or is imminent.

After a Flood
The period after a flood can be stressful and pose risks to health. This page provides advice and guidance on the things you can do and who you can contact for help.

Blocked Drains Gullies
How to report a problem if a roadside drain or gully becomes blocked and who can help you for other drainage problems.

Flood Warning Service
Provided by the Environment Agency, you can check whether you're at risk from flooding and register to receive flood warnings from them.

Flood FAQ
Although covered in other web pages, this page pulls together information, advice and guidance in a quick-reference, easy-to-follow, Frequently Asked Questions format.

Health Issues Advice
Floods bring with them an increased risk to health. This provides information about the organisations that can help.

Water Supply Contamination
Who to contact if you are concerned that the drinking water supply has become contaminated.

Weather Forecasting Sources
Organisations that provide weather forecast information.