Advice - Evacuation

An evacuation may occur for a number of reasons, including a gas leak, flooding or chemical incident. Dependant on the incident you may be able to return to your property after a few hours, however this could be longer.

• If instructions are issued by the emergency services and/or local authority representatives that evacuation of your premises is advised then respond to instructions.
• Make sure fires are out and turn off gas, water and electricity. Make sure to allow adequate ventilation prior to turning them back on.
• Unplug electrical appliances.
• Gather family and pets together. Plan where to meet in case you are separated.
• Secure your property.
• Use the transport made available.
• Remain calm and leave as quickly as possible.
• Report to the allocated emergency reception centre.
• If you decide to stay with relatives or friends for the duration then please tell the police or a local authority officer. This will save someone hunting for you if they think that you are missing.

Take with you:

• Your emergency pack.
• Change of warm clothing and blankets.
• Toiletries and everyday medicines.
• If appropriate, baby clothing, nappies and associated toiletries.
• Special foods.
• Important documents, immediate valuables and important telephone numbers of friends and relatives.
• Baskets or cages and leads for pets.
• Personal items such as glasses, mobile telephone, keys, cash or credit cards.