Battery Fires
Batteries are made using toxic chemicals, which can leak out when the battery “expires”. This chemical: Source: ReAgent Chemicals What to do if you make contact with battery acid? Wash the…
Read MoreJoint fire control rooms
Source: Neve Gordon-Farleigh, BBC News Norfolk, Suffolk and Hertfordshire fire control rooms have begun to work together during times of crisis and high use, such that calls can be taken more quickly …
Read MoreMeningitis Outbreak
Source: BBC News 1500 have been vaccinated in response to a Meningitis Outbreak, centered around Canterbury and Kent What is Meningitis Source: NHS Meningitis is an infection (bacterial or viral) wher…
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Flooding Alert
As a live snapshot, there are currently 180 flood alerts, 76 flood warnings and 1 severe flood warning in force across England. Many of which relate to groundwater flooding (typically longer flood dur…
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Flooding Toolkit
Foreword Across the UK, communities are facing the growing impacts of extreme weather — from prolonged heatwaves and flash flooding to severe cold spells and storms. These events are becoming more fre…
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Storms Toolkit
Foreword Across the UK, communities are facing the growing impacts of extreme weather — from prolonged heatwaves and flash flooding to severe cold spells and storms. These events are becoming more fre…
Read MoreCommunity Pilots
We’ve begun our pilot in the Warminster area of Wiltshire – it’s a programme to develop a practical, community-driven approach to preparedness. We are developing guides, helping with…
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Priority Services Register
The Priority Services Register (PSR) is a free service from energy suppliers and network operators, designed to support vulnerable customers. Whether due to health, age, disability or other needs, the…
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