Flood Action Week
12th -18th October 2026
Raising public awareness of flood risk, and the actions people can take to prepare for flooding and protect themselves and their property.
The annual campaign is run by the Environment Agency, and brings together key national partners, agencies and communities to improve public preparedness ahead of the winter flood season.
Are you flood ready, or not?
Around 6.3 million homes and businesses are in areas at risk of flooding. Don't assume it won't happen to you.
Learn what to do in a flood
Five Things to do during Flood Action Week
Around 4.6 million properties in England are in areas at risk of flash flooding, which happens when the amount and intensity of rainfall overwhelms local drainage.
It can happen very quickly.
Are you flood ready, or not? Be prepared, check your flood risk:
Flooding can destroy homes and ruin lives. Are you flood ready, or not?
Take action in advance and you can minimise damage to your property and possessions.
Are you flood ready, or not? Taking action before a flood could save your most valued possessions and even your life.
Are you flood ready, or not? Do you know which items to move to safety in a flood?
You won't have much time to prepare if it happens.
Learn the simple steps you can take to ensure you keep the things you love safe
Driving through flood water is the number one cause of death during flooding.
It is never worth the risk.
This Flood Action Week, find out other actions you can take to stay safe.