Flooding

Welcome to the Bewdley Town Council Flood Information Page.

This page is designed to provide residents, business owners, and visitors with essential information on flood risks, prevention measures, and emergency protocols in Bewdley. Explore the sections for resources, flood maps, emergency contacts, and guidance on safeguarding your property.

Kindly note that Bewdley Town Council is only able to offer guidance by sign posting you to the relevant agencies that can provide you with assistance in the event of a flood. It’s important to note that we are not the agency responsible for flooding, and unfortunately, we are unable to provide direct assistance during such circumstances.

Bewdley Town Council are asking the local community to help during flooding incidents. To apply to become a community volunteer, please use our Contact Us page or find us on Facebook!

Find out how the Environment Agency’s Flood Warning Service helps save lives

Get help with flooding

River Levels

River Severn level at Bewdley

Flooding and flood alerts

For details of current Environment Agency flood warnings, warning codes and flood barrier deployment please see read the following;

Environment Agency website

Affected by flooding?

Call Floodline on 0845 988 1188 for advice if you have been affected by flooding.
Textphone: 0345 602 6340
Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

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Stay informed – follow local information sources on social media.

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Flood warning codes

The flood warning service has three types of warnings that will help you prepare for flooding and take action. You can find out latest flood alerts and warnings in Bewdley here.

You can also sign up to receive alerts and warnings by email or text by signing up to the Environment Agency Flood Warning Service here.

Bewdley Flood Risk Map

This map helps you see where flooding could happen, so you can be prepared. Remember, it’s just a tool to give you a heads up about potential flood areas in Bewdley. Stay informed, stay safe!

FLOOD ALERT

What it means

Flooding is possible. Be prepared.

When it’s used

Two hours to two days in advance of flooding.

What to do

Be prepared to act on your flood plan.
Prepare a flood kit of essential items.
Monitor local water levels and the flood forecast.

FLOOD WARNING

What it means

Flooding is expected. Immediate action required.

When it’s used

Half an hour to one day in advance of flooding.

What to do

Move family, pets and valuables to a safe place.
Turn off gas, electricity and water supplies if safe to do so.
Put flood protection equipment in place.

SEVERE FLOOD WARNING

What it means

Severe flooding. Danger to life.

When it’s used

When flooding poses a significant threat to life.

What to do

Stay in a safe place with a means of escape.
Be ready should you need to evacuate from your home.
Co-operate with the emergency services.
Call 999 if you are in immediate danger.

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