Coastal flooding and storm surges: know when to leave
Plan for coastal flooding with local warnings, accessible evacuation routes, tide awareness and safe decisions before roads are cut off.
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Frozen and burst pipes: prevention and safe first steps
Find vulnerable pipes, prepare for a freeze and respond safely to suspected freezing or a burst without risky heating or electrical work.
Returning home after a flood: a safe recovery checklist
Check permission to return, utility safety, contamination and insurance evidence before cleaning and drying a flood-damaged UK home.
Thunderstorms in the UK: practical lightning safety
Make a UK thunderstorm plan: choose proper shelter, stop exposed activities, manage journeys and know when to seek emergency help.
Wildfire smoke and nearby fires: a UK household plan
Prepare for nearby wildfire and smoke with clear information sources, accessible evacuation arrangements and sensible indoor precautions.
Power cuts during storms: what to expect and what to do
Why storm power cuts can last longer: read the warning, report on 105, follow changing restoration times and keep away from fallen lines.
WMO calls for earlier preparation as El Niño risks grow
WMO’s October seasonal outlook highlights regional flood, heat and drought risks. What it says, and why it is not a forecast for your UK postcode.
Source dated 26 October 2026
A car emergency kit you can reach and use
Build a practical UK car emergency kit, know what to do after a breakdown, and keep passengers safe without attempting roadside repairs.
A flood kit you can find, carry and use
A UK flood kit list separating a carryable bag from home supplies, with medicines, documents, pets, accessible packing and safe storage.
Camping stoves and heaters indoors: the safe boundary
Why camping stoves and outdoor heaters stay outdoors, what that means in a flat, the rules for paraffin and LPG heaters, and carbon monoxide alarms.
Flood alert or flood warning: what changes for your household?
What UK flood alerts, warnings and severe warnings mean, how national services differ, and why you should read the full local message.
Flood plan for your home in the UK
Write a flood plan for your home: check your warning service, agree who does what, move essentials early and choose protection that fits.