As Bridgend braces itself for another storm – storm Darragh – you can protect yourself by following the Met Office’s advice.
Five things to do before the storm starts:
- Secure loose objects such as ladders and garden furniture that could be blown into windows or glazing
- Close and securely fasten all doors, windows and storm shutters
- Park your car clear of buildings, trees, walls and fences
- Close and secure loft trapdoors with bolts
- If chimney stacks are tall and in poor condition, move beds away from areas directly below them
During the storm…
- Stay indoors if you can
- If you do go out, don’t walk or shelter close to buildings or trees and keep away from the sheltered side of boundary walls and fences
- Do not go outside to repair damage while the storm is in progress
- If possible, enter and leave your house through doors in the sheltered side, closing them behind you
- Only open internal doors when needed and close them quickly
- Only drive if necessary and take extreme care. Avoid exposed routes such as bridges and high open roads, slow down, and be aware of side winds
After the storm:
- Don’t touch electrical/telephone cables that have been blown down or are still hanging
- Don’t walk too close to walls, buildings and trees as they could have been weakened
- Make sure that any vulnerable neighbours or relatives are safe and help them make arrangements for any repairs
You can find further advice on the Met Office.
Got an emergency repair? We’re here to help
You can call our usual number on 0300 123 2100 and you will be forwarded to our out of hours provider, Delta. Or, you can fill in the below form on the Delta website to report an emergency repair:
English: https://deltawellbeing.org.uk/delta-connect/out-of-hours-emergency/
Welsh: https://llesiantdelta.org.uk/delta-connect/argyfwng-y-tu-allan-i-oriau-form
In the meantime, if you are concerned about blocked drains or gullies, please report to Bridgend County Borough Council. Here’s their flood information and advice: https://www.bridgend.gov.uk/residents/nature-climate-and-environment/flooding/floods/