What could happen:
Damage electric and sewerage systems (including risk of back-ups)
What could you do
Consider modifying your buildings to improve flood resistance and resilience E.g. raise door thresholds and electrical, gas and telecoms points above likely flood levels. Review suitability of roof and wall surfaces - can they be waterproofed? Consider building flood-resistant fences and gates, or put barriers around your property. If sea flooding is a real risk, then cabling, junction boxes and plaster all need to be considered by specialists. Relocating services away from likely levels of water may be the simplest solution.
Proceed to next step >Fit non-return valves in waste pipes and outlets. These are fitted to wastewater pipes to prevent wastewater from flowing into the property during a flood.
Proceed to next step >Check that you and your staff know how to shut off your gas/electric/water supplies if you are flooded
Checklist
The checklist guides you through a series of questions to help you assess your business’ preparedness and identify practical actions you can take. Go to Checklist
Top Tips
The most important things you can do to climate-proof your tourism business. Go to Top Tips
Case Studies
Forward-thinking businesses are already preparing for climate change. To find out how, read our case studies
- Climate South East,
- Climate Southwest,
- Tourism South East,
- South West Tourism Alliance
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