Infrastructure or utility related events

If you are involved in a radiation emergency or hear the Severnside Sirens, remember to go in, stay In, and tune in.

If you have been exposed to a hazardous substance, remember to remove, remove, remove.

See the RAC website on advice on how to save fuel during a shortage.

Also remember to

• keep your speed down and at a constant level
• plan your trip
• find the shortest route (but avoid motorways)
• combine multiple short trips into one longer trip
• avoid unnecessary weight in the car
• turn off the air conditioning and close the windows
• check your tyre pressure and oil level
• turn off the engine while stuck in traffic

If you've been involved in a road traffic accident, see the AA website for advice on what to do after it happens.

Remember to

• stop the vehicle as soon as possible
• check for injuries
• try to remain calm
• exchange details with anyone involved in the accident

Electricity outage

To report an outage call National Grid on 105 or report a power cut online.

For a national outage, use a wind-up or battery-operated radio to tune into these stations for more information.

• BBC Radio 2: 88-91FM
• BBC Radio 4: 92-95FM

Communications outage

Report an outage to your provider.

For a national outage, use a wind-up or battery-operated radio to tune into these stations for more information.

• BBC Radio 2: 88-91FM
• BBC Radio 4: 92-95FM

Gas leak

If you smell gas, call 0800 111 999. You can also read the National Gas's safety and advice.

Remember to

• not smoke or light matches
• not turn electrical switches on or off
• open doors and windows

Water outage

• Check your internal pipes
• Check with your neighbours
• Check online for known issues in the area
• Report to your provider
  • see the Bristol Water website for more information on what to do in an emergency.
  • see the Wessex Water website for more information on what to do in an emergency