Flooding at Botanic Gardens in Churchtown in Southport. Photo by Andrew Brown Media

Sefton saw heavy rainfall this week across areas including Southport, Formby and Maghull this week during Storm Christophe which resulted in flooding across parks, highways and properties.

A Sefton Council spokesperson said: “There may still be standing water in areas and residents are advised not to walk or drive through any floodwater.

“Council officers have now moved to a recovery phase and continue to support residents affected by the severe weather this week.

“To help with future flood risk management, incidents of flooding should be reported to the Council. Find out more about this here.

Public Health advice

“Public Health advice encourages people to wash their hands regularly if they have been in contact with flood water and not to eat any food that may have touched the water.

“When cleaning up after floods, people must ensure that they do not put themselves at any risk and it is vitally important to remember the following:

  • Ensure good ventilation if using portable indoor appliances to dry out rooms. The exhaust fumes from such generators can contain carbon monoxide which can kill in a confined space such as a home.
  • Never use outdoor generators indoors even in the event of a power cut.
  • Also, remember not to turn on gas or electrics until they have been checked by a qualified technician, and check with your local water company if you notice a change in your water.

A flood recovery toolkit is available on the Flood Hub website.

Seek support

“Those impacted by flooding may be feeling tired and anxious, and unable to see family or friends at this time due to coronavirus restrictions.

“to friends and family for support, as it can take a long time for life to return to normal, and if necessary call NHS 111 or visit your GP for medical advice.”

Further health guidance and advice following flooding can be found on the government website.

Do you have any stories for Stand Up For Southport? Please message Andrew Brown via Facebook here or email me at: mediaandrewbrown@gmail.com

17 Comments
  1. zoritoler imol 5 months ago

    It’s hard to find knowledgeable people on this topic, but you sound like you know what you’re talking about! Thanks

  2. Qualifications 4 months ago

    This website online is known as a stroll-via for all the info you needed about this and didn’t know who to ask. Glimpse right here, and also you’ll undoubtedly uncover it.

  3. kkslot777 4 months ago

    I have been checking out a few of your stories and i can claim nice stuff. I will make sure to bookmark your site.

  4. Some really great blog posts on this internet site, regards for contribution. “It is not often that someone comes along who is a true friend and a good writer.” by E. B. White.

  5. It’s perfect time to make a few plans for the future and it’s time to be happy. I have learn this post and if I may I wish to recommend you some attention-grabbing things or tips. Maybe you could write subsequent articles referring to this article. I want to read even more issues approximately it!

  6. AB Testing 3 months ago

    I do consider all of the ideas you’ve introduced in your post. They are very convincing and can definitely work. Still, the posts are too quick for starters. May just you please extend them a little from subsequent time? Thanks for the post.

  7. permis accelere 3 months ago

    I am not sure where you’re getting your information, but great topic. I needs to spend some time learning more or understanding more. Thanks for excellent info I was looking for this info for my mission.

  8. Recycling scrap Copper 2 months ago

    Copper scrap compacting Copper scrap purity testing Metal reclaimer
    Copper cable scrap recycling process, Metal waste remolding, Sell copper scrap

    Metal scrap reclamation and reuse, Copper scrap grading, Copper cable scrap environmental impact, Scrap metal material sourcing

  9. Metal recovery solutions Scrap metal quality control Iron and steel scrap recycling and reclamation

    Ferrous material sorting technology, Iron repurposing services, Scrap metal recovery and reclaiming

  10. health too wellness 2 months ago

    Nice read, I just passed this onto a friend who was doing some research on that. And he just bought me lunch as I found it for him smile So let me rephrase that: Thanks for lunch!

  11. I like the valuable info you provide in your articles. I’ll bookmark your blog and check again here frequently. I’m quite certain I will learn a lot of new stuff right here! Best of luck for the next!

  12. Recycled iron products 2 months ago

    Metal waste reuse Ferrous material recycling capacity optimization Iron scrap reutilization centers

    Ferrous metal industry analysis, Iron scrap transport, Metal recycling and reclaiming center

  13. AI translator 2 months ago

    I?¦ll immediately grab your rss feed as I can not find your email subscription hyperlink or e-newsletter service. Do you’ve any? Kindly let me recognise so that I could subscribe. Thanks.

  14. Iron scrap inventory 1 month ago

    Scrap metal recovery and reclamation Ferrous material recycling pricing Iron waste salvage

    Ferrous metal compliance, Iron scrap reclamation center, Metal reclamation depot

  15. bathroom 1 month ago

    Thanks for another informative website. Where else could I get that type of information written in such an ideal way? I have a project that I am just now working on, and I have been on the look out for such information.

  16. costa del sol home 4 weeks ago

    This blog is definitely rather handy since I’m at the moment creating an internet floral website – although I am only starting out therefore it’s really fairly small, nothing like this site. Can link to a few of the posts here as they are quite. Thanks much. Zoey Olsen

  17. I discovered your blog site on google and check a few of your early posts. Continue to keep up the very good operate. I just additional up your RSS feed to my MSN News Reader. Seeking forward to reading more from you later on!…

Leave a reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

*

Log in with your credentials

Forgot your details?