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Switch off all electrical and gas appliances, and turn services off at the mains.
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Don't walk through flowing water - currents can be deceptive, and shallow, fast moving water can knock you off your feet.
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Take your emergency kit and try to let your friends and family where you are going.
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Don't swim through fast flowing water - you may get swept away or struck by an object in the water.
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Avoid contact with flood water - it may be contaminated with sewage, oil, chemicals or other substances.
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Don't drive through a flooded area - You may not be able to see abrupt drop-offs and only half a metre of flood water can carry a car away. Driving through flood water can also cause additional damage to nearby property.
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If you have to walk in standing water, use a pole or stick to ensure that you do not step into deep water, open manholes or ditches.
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Don’t return to your property until the “All Clear” has been given.
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Stay away from power lines - electrical current can travel through water. Report power lines that are down to the power company.
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Don’t reconnect your power supply until a qualified engineer has checked it. Be alert for gas leaks - do not smoke or use candles, lanterns, or open flames.
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Look before you step - after a flood, the ground and floors are covered with debris, which may include broken bottles, sharp objects, nails etc. Floors and stairs covered with mud and debris can be slippery.
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Don’t eat any food that has come into contact with flood water.
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