UK to get new flood forecasting centre
‘In a flood, preparation and speed of response are crucial,’ environment secretary Hilary Benn told the Guardian. ‘A joint national flood forecasting and alert service will help by providing timely warnings and ensure we get the right help to the people who need it most in the shortest time possible.’
Benn also announced a £15million fund to assess and manage local flood risk, as well as funds for people to install flood-protection measures in their homes, such as door boards and airbrick covers, and money for rescue boats and crews.
The Environment Agency also warned that many people in areas likely to flood were not aware of the risk. An agency poll of more than 1,000 people in at-risk areas found that only nine per cent knew how to stay safe if their house flooded.
March 2009
Benn also announced a £15million fund to assess and manage local flood risk, as well as funds for people to install flood-protection measures in their homes, such as door boards and airbrick covers, and money for rescue boats and crews.
The Environment Agency also warned that many people in areas likely to flood were not aware of the risk. An agency poll of more than 1,000 people in at-risk areas found that only nine per cent knew how to stay safe if their house flooded.
March 2009
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