Whatever the cause, the impact on communities that are directly affected can be far reaching.  Monmouthshire County Council is aware of the problems flooding can cause and tries to ensure that adequate arrangements are in place to receive flood warnings, to monitor local conditions and respond to requests for help from the community.

For more information on the support the council can offer follow the link on the left of this page.

Flooding on the River Usk at Llanellen Bridge

The Environment Agency issues flood warnings to properties at risk of flooding from the Rivers Usk, Wye and Monnow.  Local Authorities, the Emergency Services, Utilities and local radio stations are also informed when flooding is expected.

Click on the link below for current flood warnings in force:

www.environment-agency.gov.uk/subjects/flood/floodwarning

or telephone FLOODLINE on 0845 988 1188

(a 24-hour telephone information service operated by the Environment Agency) For more information on Floodline follow the link on the left of this page.

Are you at risk from flooding?

Click on the link below to find out if you are in an area at risk from flooding and if you are, how you can protect yourself, your home and your business.

www.environment-agency.gov.uk/subjects/flood/826674/829803

Are you prepared for flooding?

The Environment Agency provides comprehensive information about how both to protect your property from flooding and what to do if you are affected.  For more information on "Guides for older people" and "Guides for businesses" together with information on what to do before, during and after a flood click on the link below:

www.environment-agency.gov.uk/subjects/flood/826674

To ensure your property is adequately prepared from flooding visit the "Association of British Insurers" website by clicking on the link below:

www.abi.org.uk/flooding