Sign up for flood alerts
If you live in an area at risk from flooding you may be able to register for a free service called Floodline Warnings Direct which provides flood warnings to you by telephone, mobile, fax or pager.
So far, only 30 per cent of homes in flood risk areas in England and Wales have actually signed up to the service, which is run by The Environment Agency.
The service can warn residents days before a flood happens (or as soon as information is available from the Met Office) so that emergency preparations can be made.
To find out if your home is eligible, call the Floodline on 0845 988 1188.
You can also find out more information about preparing for flooding on the Environment Agency's website at www.environment-agency.gov.uk.
There are tips on how DIY flood defences can reduce damage and how you should act during a flood.
You can also check current flood warnings in force and use the special flood map to find out the likelihood of flooding in your area.
If you've not already received a free booklet from Hull City Council about how to prepare for the unexpected, please call 300300.
For more advice visit www.hullcc.gov.uk or call 300300
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