Whether you are a large, medium or small business, disruptions due to the weather can happen anywhere at any time.
These resources can help you if your business has been affected by flooding:
- what to do if your business premises have been flooded
- recovering from a flood
- Storm Dennis clean up – what to do with damaged items
- contact the National Flood Forum – a charity to support people who have been affected by flooding
- dealing with insurance disputes – Financial Ombudsman advice – storm damage
The Welsh Government has announced an emergency fund to deal with the immediate impact of Storm Dennis and Storm Ciara and is working with local councils to get a clear picture of the scale of the damage. There will be support for businesses and high streets impacted by the storms. For further support telephone Business Wales on 03000 6 03000.
For further information on flooding please visit the Gov.Wales website.
These resources can help you to be aware of the risks in your local area:
- check your local weather forecast and keep up to date with weather warnings
- sign up for alerts from the Environment Agency
- National Resources Wales
These resources can help you prepare for flooding in the future:
- make sure you have suitable insurance, the Association of British Insurers provides helpful information, Commercial property insurance is particularly relevant
- read the guidance for preparing your businesses for flooding and for preparing your premises