During heavy rain mixed with high tides, flooding has the potential for the most widespread impact in a single event because it can affect densely populated coastal areas alongside inland areas from rivers etc, causing extensive damage to property and infrastructure, and lead to significant disruption.
Below is the official guidance from the UK Government
If you’re about to be flooded
If your area has a flood warning (when flooding is expected) or severe flood warning (when there’s a danger to life):
- turn off your gas, electricity and water supplies, if it’s safe to do so – do not touch an electrical switch if you’re standing in water
- move your family, vehicles, pets and important items to safety, for example upstairs or to higher ground
- if you have them, use flood protection products, for example flood barriers or air brick covers
- follow advice from the Isle of Wight Council or the emergency services – you may be asked to evacuate
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- move your family, vehicles, pets and important items to safety, for example upstairs or to higher ground