Images courtesy of BNPS & Bournemouth Echo
During a flood event
In an emergency and if life is in danger, dial 999 (Fire service)

Report flooding of a home or business property
If your home or business has flooded or has had a near flood event in the last five years, you can report it using our Flood Online Reporting Tool. Your report will help us to better understand where and why areas flood …
Report flooding of a road or open space
If the flooding affects a public road, cycle lane, park or other open space, please report it to the relevant highways authority:
- BCP Council | Report flooding on a public road or open space and follow the links.
Why report a flood?
Your report will help us to better understand where and why areas flood. It also helps us investigate the flood and see if we can reduce the risk of it happening in the future.
The Flood Online Reporting Tool (FORT) allows property owners, flood risk authorities and volunteers to share details of flood reports and observations to assist with long-term flood risk management.
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