In England there are around 5.5 million homes and businesses at risk of flooding. The cost of flooding to a home can be tens of thousands of pounds. Flooding also brings a significant risk to life.
Research shows the mental health impacts can last for at least 2 years after flooding has happened, and depression, anxiety and PTSD can affect up to a third of people who have been flooded.
But, crucially, taking steps to prepare for flooding, and knowing what to do in a flood can significantly reduce the damages to a home and possessions, reduce risk to life, and reduce the likelihood of suffering from mental health impacts in the future.
Flood Action Week takes place from 14-20 October and is focused on encouraging people to know what actions they can take to prepare for flooding.
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Flood Action Week 2024 (14-20 October)
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