Natural events

In case of an emergency, or if there is a danger to life, call 999.

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

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

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.