The Kent Flood and Water Management team works in partnership to manage local flood risk in Kent and promote protection of the water environment.
Maidstone, South East
Joined April 2018
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1. Check your flood risk:
gov.uk/check-long-term-flood…
2. Check flood warnings in place:
check-for-flooding.service.g…
3. If you are at low-high risk of #Flooding, take time to prepare using these guides:
gov.uk/prepare-for-flooding
prepare.campaign.gov.uk/
@EnvAgencySE @NatFloodForum
Check here for all the latest flood warning information bbc.in/4j8LHpQ
Photo by BBC Weather Watcher, Gary Gimmick, in York.
ALT Floodwater lined with buildings and posts in York.
Water is precious. To protect it, we all need to use less.
England’s shifting climate and growing demand are already making water supplies less predictable for people and nature. To find out more, have a look at the #LetsSaveWater campaign letssavewater.com
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Hmm... can anyone spot what's gone wrong here? 🤣This is a useful reminder to safely clear your gutters and check they are all in working order!
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🌊 Beach management work which helps protect coastal properties from a storm likely to occur once in every 200 years begins this week ➡️ folkestone-hythe.gov.uk/news…
ALT A turquoise excavator sits on the shingle beach at Seabrook, with fresh track marks visible across the pebbles. A rock groyne extends into the sea in the background, while sunlight breaks through dramatic clouds over the calm water, creating a bright horizon. The excavator bears the Channel Group logo and occupies the foreground beside the seawall promenade.
The @EnvAgency has said at least 120% of average rainfall is needed over the next six months for the country to be considered out of drought by the start of spring gov.uk/government/news/water…
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To anyone who has very
sadly been #flooded, here is the link to my recovery guide
floodmary.com/householders-g…
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🌧️🌊 After a weekend of heavy rain, now is a great time to review your community flood plan.
As we head into storm season, recent flooding and near misses are a good reminder to check key contacts, roles and actions.
Need to create or update a plan? thefloodhub.co.uk/community-…
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Strong winds continue to affect the coast, with high tides increasing the risk of flooding today and tomorrow.
Avoid coastal paths, piers, and promenades to keep yourself safe.
Check your flood risk now: gov.uk/check-flooding
ALT A powerful wave crashes against a coastal structure with a lighthouse. The sky is cloudy, and there's a cautionary message in bold text: "Stay Safe. Keep away from coastal paths, piers and promenades." The Environment Agency logo is visible in the bottom right corner.
Works have begun in #CapelLeFerne to upgrade the drainage system following bad flooding. Locals came up with a few ideas to improve the system, which they presented to us. We tweaked the ideas and are putting them into action!
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🍂 During the autumn months, drains can become blocked with fallen leaves and causing surface water #flooding
Taking time to regularly clear leaves from drains around your property can make a difference and reduce the #risk of flooding
thefloodhub.co.uk/wp-content…
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We need at least 120% of average rainfall for the entire country to be out of drought by April 2027.
The National Drought Group met with water company chief executives who set out their measures to protect customer water supplies.
Find out more: gov.uk/government/news/water…
ALT Rainfall we need to get us out of drought by Spring at least 120% of average rainfall needed in some locations much more needed
This #FloodActionWeek we want to make sure our residents are ready for the wetter weather coming our way. The first thing to do is sign up for FREE flood warnings from @EnvAgency gov.uk/get-flood-warnings
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We've been in schools to help teach kids about flooding.
Find out how you can prepare for flooding this winter - gov.uk/prepare-for-flooding
#FloodActionWeek day 4! Take a look at this great video showing the construction of the Leigh Flood Storage Area Expansion (part funded by us😀)
As part of Flood Action Week, we're highlighting our new flood defences.
On 29th Sept, we opened the extended Leigh Flood Storage Area, with new barrier and new Hildenborough defences, in Kent.
Find out how you can help prepare for flooding here - gov.uk/prepare-for-flooding
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As part of Flood Action Week, we're highlighting our new flood defences.
On 29th Sept, we opened the extended Leigh Flood Storage Area, with new barrier and new Hildenborough defences, in Kent.
Find out how you can help prepare for flooding here - gov.uk/prepare-for-flooding
KCC Flood and Water Management retweeted
Driving through flood water could leave you worse off.
From significant damage to your car to paying out of pocket, the risks are never worth it.
Think twice before driving through flooded roads.
#FloodActionWeek @TheAA_UK
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If a river, stream or ditch runs next to or through your land or property, you are a "riparian owner".
Find out more your rights and responsibilities - gov.uk/guidance/owning-a-wat…
For more info on permits and exemptions click here - gov.uk/guidance/flood-risk-a…
Day 3 of #FloodActionWeek brings news that the new 'Flood Performance Certificate' to give homeowners and insurers a clear assessment of a property's flood risk and resilience gov.uk/government/news/new-p…
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Did you know millions of properties are at risk of flooding in the UK? As part of #FloodActionWeek, we visited B&Q in #Canterbury with the #Floodmobile to talk flood resilience and what you can do to protect your home
@canterburycc
@floodre
@EnvAgencySE
@BeFloodReady
@floodmary
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Our National Flood Risk Assessment, published in 2024, shows that around 6.3 million homes and businesses in England are in areas at risk of flooding from one or a combination of sources.
Find out how you can prepare? - floodaction.campaign.gov.uk/
Day 2 of #FloodActionWeek - have you seen Missy and Stanley's Tale? This @aardman production highlights the importance of flood warnings and flood preparedness youtube.com/watch?v=Gb7BKOre…
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