Create a
Flood Pack

Put together a kit of essential items you’ll need to hand when it floods. These packs will vary depending on your circumstances, but basic essential items remain the same.

Contents of a flood pack including, a torch, a battery operated radio, knife and fork, bottled water, tinned food and a first aid kit.

It is a good idea to keep a flood pack with essential items should a flooding event occur. The pack should be in an easily accessible area and as many people as possible should know where to find it.

Flood Pack Essentials

Store water in sturdy plastic containers, such as soft drink bottles, and avoid glass or cartons that could break or degrade. Aim to store eight pints of water per person per day—four for drinking and four for food preparation and sanitation.

Clear plastic water bottle package wrapped for safe hydration. Bulk pack provides reliable storage for emergency drink supply, giving feeling of secure preparation and essential daily readiness

 

Your flood pack should include a supply of non-perishable food. Select foods that:

Require no refrigeration, preparation or cooking
Need little or no water
Are compact and lightweight

Hands are placing a metal can into a green backpack on a table full of emergency supplies like food, water, and personal items.

 

Power cuts or damage can prevent cash machines and card payments from working. Having small notes and coins means you can still buy essential supplies, pay for transport, or access services when electronic payments are unavailable.

Person holding a small amount of scattered metal coins in an open palm.

A mobile phone allows you to receive emergency alerts, weather updates, and flood warnings, as well as stay in contact with family, neighbours, and emergency services. A mobile phone can be vital for calling for help, checking official advice, and letting others know you are safe.

Person holding a smart phone and points towards it

 

A battery‑powered or wind‑up radio is important in a flood because it lets you receive weather updates, flood warnings, and emergency information even if there is no power or mobile signal.

A close-up shot of an orange and black emergency hand-crank radio resting on a dark granite kitchen countertop during a power outage. The radio's digital display is illuminated with a warm yellow glow. Beside the radio lie a pair of eyeglasses and a set of keys. The background features a dimly lit kitchen with dark cabinets, a refrigerator, and a window, emphasising the lack of electricity in the home.

Including your flood plan in your flood pack is important because it provides clear guidance on what to do during a flood, helping everyone act quickly and safely in an emergency.

Flood Plan list with tick boxes

ID in your flood pack is important because it can help prove who you are if you need to evacuate, access emergency support, or deal with insurers, landlords, or authorities after flooding. Having ID to hand can speed up assistance at a stressful time.

Black passport.

A torch is essential in a flood situation because power cuts are common and visibility can be very poor. It helps you move around safely, avoid hidden hazards in floodwater, carry out urgent tasks, and makes it easier for others, including emergency services, to see you in low‑light conditions.

Black flashlight isolated on white background

Health and personal items are important in a flood pack because you may not be able to access pharmacies or medical help straight away. Keeping essential medicines, glasses or hearing aids with spare batteries, and a first aid kit helps you manage health needs and deal with minor injuries safely.

High angle shot of a male looking in his first aid kit.

Having warm, dry items helps you keep body heat, stay comfortable, and protect your health if you are trapped in your home or need to evacuate.

Pile of blankets stacked on wooden surface. Assorted colors include red, blue, green orange. Soft fabric layers offer warmth and comfort. Perfect for emergency use.

Keeping a list of important phone numbers in your flood pack is important if your phone is lost, damaged, or out of battery, so you can still contact people and services you may need during a flood.

Black and white illustration of a spiral-bound notebook with an icon of a telephone handset inside the open pages.

Having copies to hand helps you quickly report damage and start a claim after flooding. This can speed up the process and reduce stress at a time when access to paperwork or online accounts may be difficult.

Red clip board with paper saying flood insurance

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