Who to contact if you experience flooding.
If it is an emergency and there is a danger to life as a result of flooding you should not hesitate to call 999.
To report flooding of the highway and blocked drains contact Devon County Council’s Highway Customer Service Centre on 0345 155 1004 or visit the Flooding and Drainage pages.
For any flooding on major trunk roads contact Highways England on 0300 123 5000 (24 hours service).
To report flooding from sewers and water pipes contact South West Water on 0344 346 2020 (24 hours service).
For advice and enquiries about flood warnings contact the Environment Agency’s Floodline on 0345 988 1188 (24 hours service).
A guide to preparing for a flood and protecting your property can be found here
For general queries about main river or flooding from the sea contact the Environment Agency on 03708 506 506 or 0345 988 1188 or visit www.gov.uk/environment-agency.
Torridge District Council does have aqua sacs available which can be purchased during office hours from Riverbank House, Bideford. Sandbags can be obtained from most builders merchants or DIY store.