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Emergencies cover a range of situations, including ‘sudden impact’ events such as transport accidents or terrorist attacks, ‘slow-burn’ events such as Foot & Mouth or the fuel crisis, and ‘anticipated’ events which can be planned for, eg industrial accidents, flooding, etc. Responding to emergencies is usually the task of a number of agencies, including local authorities, and will in most instances be led by the Police or one of the other emergency services.

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Don't be scared, be well prepared!
This is a self help leaflet image - PDF icon (590KB - pdf help) and household emergency plan template that have been produced in conjuction with the Local Resilience Forum to enable households to plan for and cope with an emergency situation. Copies of this booklet will soon be available in libraries and other public places

Flu Pandemic - read our informative guide to flu pandemic with links to other key sites.

Prepare yourself for the cold winter image - PDF icon (16KB - pdf help) - as you prepare to dig out that winter coat and that new pair of gloves you got from your auntie last Christmas it is worthwhile taking a few moments to make sure you, your family and home are fully prepared for any surprises winter might throw your way

Preparing for Emergencies - for information on what to do in an emergency read this government sponsored leaflet.

Self help leaflets and information - a selection of guides and simple aide memoires to help you plan for and cope with an emergency

Be prepared while motoring (13KB - pdf help)
Make an emergency grab bag (9KB - pdf help)
Have you put ICE on your mobile (8KB - pdf help)
Preparing for emergencies - ACTION CARD (11KB - pdf help)
Dealing with suspicious packages (12KB - pdf help)
What you can do (10KB - pdf help)

Flood Advice Leaflets - the following leaflets have been produced by the Environment Agency to give practical advice before, during and after a flood

Preparing for a flood (357KB - pdf help) - practical advice on what to do to protect you and your property
During a flood (314KB - pdf help) - practical advice on what to do to stay safe in a flood
After a flood (232KB - pdf help) - practical advice on recovering from a flood