Free flood warning service for Silsden residents
Over 300 properties are being urged to sign up to receive flood warnings following an update to the flood warning system in West Yorkshire.
Environment Agency staff explain how flood warning system works
The Environment Agency has been updating its flood warning systems across West Yorkshire, using new data to provide more accurate alerts to help communities to be better prepared for flooding.
Due to these changes, the Environment Agency is encouraging Silsden residents to check if they are at risk of flooding and to sign up to receive these early flood alert and warning messages so they can be aware of when flooding is possible.
Members of the Environment Agency’s flood resilience team will be at Silsden Town Hall on Wednesday 6th December between 4-7pm, to give residents an opportunity to come and have their say on the new flood warning area, register for the free service and learn how to be prepared for flooding.
Heather Cottrill, from the Environment Agency’s Flood Resilience team said:
Silsden Beck can rise and flow very quickly after heavy rain, but this new warning aims to alert the community in a timely manner, giving them more time to prepare, and to be aware of flooding so that they do not put themselves at danger.
Flood warnings give people valuable time to prepare for flooding – time that allows them to move themselves, their families and precious items to safety. Flood warnings save lives and enable the emergency services to prepare and help communities.
5.2 million homes and businesses in England are at risk of flooding.
Residents can find out if they are eligible to receive free flood warnings, and also register, by calling Floodline on 0345 988 1188, or by visiting https://floodsdestroy.campaign.gov.uk/. This website also includes information on how you can prepare for a flood and keep yourself safe.