In case of an emergency, or if there is a danger to life, call 999.
Natural events
A list of natural emergency incident scenarios, along with advice to help you respond to them, and links to additional information.
Coastal pollution
If you find something that looks unusual on the beach call the Coastguard on 999.
Safety around open water
If you or someone gets into difficulty in water, remember float to live.
Fire
- if a property is on fire, remember to get out, stay out, call 999
- if a person is on fire, remember to stop, drop, and roll
Flooding
If your home or business is about to be flooded:
- turn off your gas, electricity and water supplies, if it’s safe to do so
- move your family, vehicles, pets and important items to safety, for example upstairs or to higher ground
- if you have them, use flood protection products
Infectious diseases
- stop the spread - remember to catch it, bin it, kill it
- wash your hands regularly with soap and clean running water (for at least 20 seconds)
Severe weather
Animal related events
Animal disease outbreaks
See the GOV.UK advice on how to spot and report notifiable diseases in animals.
Dangerous animals
In an emergency contact Police on 999.
You can also report a dangerous dog issue to us.