Flood groups
Our flood groups work for and on behalf of residents and businesses to help find ways to limit the effects of flooding. They act as a representative voice for communities and provide information to support them to prepare for and respond to a flooding incident.
Typical duties include:
- Participating in events such as leaf clearance, fundraising and exhibitions to help alleviate the risk of flooding.
- Helping to draw up local flood plans and identify any resources needed to help manage flooding locally.
- Managing local flood stores and releasing resources to assist those affected before, during and after flooding.
- Working with other relevant national and local voluntary groups.
Flood wardens
Flood wardens are local volunteers who are supported by the Environment Agency and Calderdale Council. They play a critical role before, during and after flooding events by providing hands-on support to our communities.
Typical duties include:
- Supporting real life flooding events by being the eyes and ears on the ground.
- Communicating with the Environment Agency about flood warning information.
- Offering advice and information to residents and businesses and actively encouraging them to sign up for the Environment Agency’s flood warning service.
- Identifying and supporting vulnerable members of our communities.
- Attending regular meetings with people at risk and those who have a role in assisting our communities.
- Helping to manage resources in partnership with the flood groups.
Find out more about the role of a flood warden using the link below.