Flooding update - Sandbags (From Stroud News and Journal)

Flooding update - Sandbags

10:55am Monday 26th November 2012 in News By SNJ Reporter

THE stock of sandbags in the Brimscombe Port area has now run out.

Anyone in need of sandbags should call the emergency number 01452 532467.

Free empty sandbags can be collected from Stroud District Council’s Ebley Mill offices during office hours. Call 01453 766321

For other places providing sandbags across the district go to http://www.stroud.gov.uk/docs/faq.asp?faqid=413

The Environment Agency (EA) website hosts a range of useful information, including:

* The latest flood warning information (updated every 15 minutes)

* How residents can prepare for the risk of flooding

* What to do if flooding does occur

The EA also has a 24-hour Floodline: 0845 988 1188

You can also follow the EA's latest updates on Twitter: @EnvAgency