Road closure
In the event of dam emergency it is likely
that a number of roads may need to be
closed.
In Wetton Valley this will be likely to affect:
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The A911 trunk road
The M999 motorway
You should not use roads south of (below)
the reservoir.
The main railway line from Dryton to
Preston is also likely to be affected.
It is for this reason that the evacuation
routes and rest and reception centres are
to the North and West.
Further information
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For general information on reservoirs
including frequently asked questions
see www.environment-agency.gov.uk
or contact the Environment Agency on
03708 506 506
For information specifically about
Wetton Valley reservoir call Dryton
Borough Council on or visit
www.Dryton.Borough.Council.gov.uk
Environment Agency Incident hotline
0800 80 70 60
Floodline 0845 988 1188
Emergency services
Your local emergency services are:
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Dryton Police
Dryton Fire and Rescue
Local media
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Dryton FM 99.95 FM
BBC Radio Dryton 89.95 FM
www.BBCNewsNorthWest.co.uk
They will co-ordinate the emergency
response in partnership with:
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Greater Dryton County Council;
and
Dryton Borough Council
This leaflet has been developed by
Greater Dryton County Council with
Dryton Borough Council, Dryton Police
Force, Dryton Fire and Rescue and other
partners.
Wetton Valley
Reservoir
Reservoir emergency procedures
Reservoir failure
Reservoirs are built and maintained to very
high standards. They are inspected
regularly and must meet strict standards
set by the Environment Agency.
The likelihood of reservoir failure is low.
There has been no loss of life due to dam
failure in this country since the 1920s.
Even so, we need to be prepared to ensure
we can respond in case of an emergency.
There are thousands of reservoirs in
England and Wales. We are informing
people about the emergency procedures
for reservoirs in their area.
The risk of Wetton Valley Reservoir failing
has not increased. This leaflet is simply to
make you aware of what to do should an
emergency occur.
Reservoir flooding
Reservoir failure could lead to the sudden
release of deep, fast-moving water.
It could be very different from most other
forms of flooding and there could be little
warning of reservoir failure.
In some cases seeking refuge from
floodwaters upstairs would be unsafe and
evacuation may be necessary.
While trained officials work hard to prepare
for emergencies, it’s important that you are
prepared too.
It’s important that you are aware of what to
do in an emergency to keep you and your
family safe.
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Keep listening to local radio for
updates.
Move away from the
reservoir, keeping to
higher ground
Evacuation
Important!
It you need to evacuate the area you may be
informed in one of the following ways:
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By officials knocking on your door
By vehicle-mounted loudspeakers
By local radio or television stations
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What to do in an emergency
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Be prepared to act quickly to get
yourself to safety.
Co-operate with emergency services if
they tell you to evacuate and go to the
designated assembly point/evacuation
centre. If you choose to go to a friend or
relative please inform the police.
Get together family and pets. Put small
animals in pet carriers or a secure box.
Ensure neighbours are aware of the
emergency and check if they need help.
Pack spare clothing, essential medicine
and any special dietary foods required.
Don’t forget baby care items if you have
an infant.
Take personal documents and
valuables.
If you receive an evacuation card,
complete it and follow the instructions
given.
Turn off gas, electricity and water
supplies and lock your property when
you leave.
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Avoid walking or driving
through flood water. 6 inches
(15 centimetres) of moving
water can knock you off your
feet or disable a car.
Keep children and vulnerable
people away from flood
water.
Remain calm and act quickly.
Call 999 if you are in danger.
Evacuation centres
The emergency services may tell you
to go to a designated evacuation
centre.
People running evacuation centres
are trained to give you support and
advice. They will help you through the
stress of an emergency and prepare
you for what to do afterwards.
Evacuation route
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