Types of Emergencies

Emergencies can be both natural and man made, and within the UK there are a number of potential emergencies that can cause significant disruption to both the community and environment. Below are some of the types of emergencies the council plans for.

Severe weather

As seen in February 2009 and 2010 severe weather, such as snow, can cause major disruption. So can weather conditions like heatwaves, high winds and gales. Due to the high level of disruption these natural events can cause, plans need to be in place to help prepare and respond to the event to minimise the effects on the borough and its community. The Council has specific advice on different kinds of severe weather. 

Flooding

Flooding can occur in a number of forms, such as tidal flooding or surface water flooding. Flooding can affect many aspects of your lives and therefore the Council’s plans aim to reduce the disruption that it can cause.

Electricity cut

A prolonged power outage can be very disruptive to day-to-day life and affects almost everything. Therefore our plans try to minimise the amount of disruption a power outage could cause. If you would have a particular problem in a power cut see UK Power Priority Services for more details.

Gas Leaks

A severe gas leak can cause people to be removed from their home for a long or short period of time. If you would like to sign up to British Gas Home Care Priority Service click here. 

Fire

Fire can strike your home, your neighbour’s home or the shop on the corner - any of these can have an effect on you.

Water Supply

A disruption to your water supply can have a significant impact on your day to day life, especially if you are vulnerable. Click here to see how to register for Thames Water's Extra Care service.