Sandbags

Spelthorne Borough Council cannot provide sandbags for all residents at risk of flooding from the River Thames, associated tributaries and groundwater. The Council retains a small reserve of sandbags and in rare instances, the Council may exercise discretion in supporting vulnerable residents affected by localised flooding. This will depend on the availability of sandbags, specific flood conditions, and whether using sandbags would be practical, without encouraging unsafe behaviour such as entering floodwaters. Sandbags will only be supplied if they are likely to be effective in diverting floodwaters.

Those wishing to acquire sandbags are advised to identify alternative sources - such as builders' merchants and local DIY stores may stock sandbags, sand, or hydrosacs.

Residents in areas with a known risk of flooding are encouraged to make their own preparations in advance, ensuring their properties are safeguarded by appropriate flood prevention measures that can be deployed if flooding occurs. Please visit our flooding advice page to read measures households could consider taking.

All households across the borough can register for flood alerts and use government guidance on making flood plans at Prepare for flooding: Protect yourself from future flooding - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).