Flooding
Flooding can have a devastating effect on people, property, businesses and land.
Here you can find out if there are any flood warnings currently in place, and get advice on protecting your property or land, as well as guidance on the roles and responsibilities of the different organisations involved in responding to flooding in Scotland.
Contact details of key organisations and their duties during a flood
Floodline, Scottish Environmental Protection Agency (SEPA)
Floodline is a 24-hour telephone information service operated by SEPA. It relays recorded messages providing up to date information about flood alerts that are in force in Scotland. Trained operators are available 24 hours a day 7 days a week and provide practical advice on flood risk and what to do before, during and after a flood.
Tel: 0845 988 1188
Website: http://www.sepa.org.uk/flooding.aspx
Perth & Kinross Council: Environment Service (emergency 24 hours)
Perth & Kinross Council will assist as much as is practicable during flood events. This can include the provision of sandbags to properties in imminent danger of being flooded. Supply of sandbags will be prioritised by Council staff as sandbag stocks are limited.
Tel: 01738 625 411
Scottish Water
The Council does not have responsibility for flooding from sewers. This is the duty of Scottish Water and they should be contacted on the number below if sewer water is flooding your property.
Tel: 0845 600 8855
Website: www.scottishwater.co.uk
It is strongly advised that you contact the emergency services if you feel your life may be at risk from flooding.
Emergency road closures
Information about emergency road closures are available from the following information sources:
Websites
Radio frequencies
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Radio Tay: |
Frequency AM 1584, FM 96.4 (Perth) |
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Frequency FM 97.5 (Everywhere else) |
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Radio Scotland: |
92.4 - 94.7 FM and 810 MW |
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Radio Heartland FM: |
Frequency AM 1161, FM 102.8 |
View information on planned road closures and roadworks.
