Volunteer

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.