Be prepared this Winter

Kent and Medway Resilience Forum (KMRF) has produced a 5-step guide with simple actions that residents can take to be better prepared for emergencies that may impact them, such as severe weather, flooding or a utility outage.

There are simple steps that everyone can take to be better prepared, from signing up to receive weather warnings and flood alerts, to checking whether you, a loved-one, or neighbour are eligible to receive priority services from your utility company in the event of a supply outage.

Proactive measures, like checking your home’s flood risk, packing a grab bag should you need to leave home at short notice, and developing an emergency plan, can increase your family’s safety and resilience should the unexpected happen.