Flooding is the most common and widespread natural disaster in the UK, and since 1998 there has been at least one serious flood every year. As our climate changes we can expect to see more extreme weather - and more floods.
By taking action to prepare in advance for flooding, most businesses can save between 20 and 90 per cent on the cost of lost stock and movable equipment, as well as some of the trouble and stress that goes with such an event.
The Environment Agency has produced the following tools that will help you make sure your tourism business is as well prepared as possible:
There is a flood guide for businesses on the Environment Agency's website.
This is a simple guide to some of the easy actions that you can take to make sure that your business is as well prepared as possible. It includes a flood plan template for you to fill out and a useful checklist.
Your caravan/camping site is in a flood risk areaThe Environment Agency has also developed a flood preparation guide specifically for caravan and campsite owners in the South West. To download the document click on the image to the right.
For a hard copy of either of the business guides above, or for any queries about flooding and your business, contact the South West Floodwise co-ordinator:
Jane Fletcher-Peters
Tel: 01392 352291
e-mail: jane.fletcher-peters@environment-agency.gov.uk
Date added: Monday 27th July 2009
Latest updated: Thursday 8th March 2012
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