Power Outage Plan

We have been working hard in the aftermath of Storm Arwen last year to think about how we might respond in the event of a prolonged power outage plan in our area. We were lucky last year that we weren't badly affected in Cockermouth, but we are always trying to make sure we are ready for an emergency. This plan is subject to full revision when the County Council publishes their own plan on how to respond to such an emergency, but of course we will let you know. It isn't as long a document as our emergency plan that focuses on flooding, but as ever if you spot something we haven't thought about, do let us know

Here it is

https://www.cerg.org.uk/emergency-plan

Local Flood Risk Management Strategy Consultation

Allerdale LFRMS Drop in flyer.pdf

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I have been asked to share this, but the drop in session scheduled for Cockermouth Library is scheduled for Monday 19th September which of course is the date set for HM The Queen's funeral. I doubt this will go ahead on this day, so maybe check at Cockermouth Library when it has been rescheduled for

The winter ahead

Our thoughts are turning to winter as we have just conducted a massive review of our emergency plan. This can be read on our website www.cerg.org.uk

If you live in a flood prone area, we always urge you to check your flood defences regularly and that you know how to put them up. Maybe have a little practice? It is better to do this in advance. Are your non return valves working? Remember we don't know how to fix these for you - get in touch with someone who does.

If you might have difficulties if your property floods - are you registered as a householder with us? We will always prioritise the most vulnerable e.g. the elderly or infirm based on the information you give us. Do you know someone who might benefit from extra support from us? If so encourage them to register with us via our website or on a form that you can get from Cockermouth Library. https://www.cerg.org.uk/registration

Consider:

• Creating a personal flood plan, which should include: steps to keep valuable and sentimental items safe from floodwater

• how to limit the amount of water that may come into the home

• details of insurance and arrangements for evacuation (and for pets, if they have any)

There is further household guidance on our website to help you do this. And finally have you signed up for flood warnings? Here's the link to do this if you haven't already https://www.gov.uk/sign-up-for-flood-warnings