Marlborough Town Council
Flood Action Week
Be prepared
Flood Action Week runs from 12–18 October 2026, reminding us all that flooding can happen even after a period of dry weather. This summer’s drought may feel reassuring, but it doesn’t rule out the risk of flooding.
Across England, around 6.3 million homes and businesses are in areas at risk of flooding. Between April 2025 and March 2026, the Environment Agency issued over 3,400 flood alerts, around 1,000 flood warnings and three severe flood warnings.
Here in Marlborough, the severe flooding in January 2024 was a stark reminder of the damage flooding can cause to homes, businesses and our community.
Taking action now can make a real difference. Knowing your flood risk, signing up for flood warnings and understanding how to prepare can help protect you, your property and those around you.
Find information and advice:
Marlborough Town Council's flooding advice and resources
Marlborough Flood Info dashboard
Marlborough Town Council has supported work with Action for the River Kennet (ARK) and Pang Valley Flood Forum to develop the local flood dashboard, bringing together useful information to help residents understand local flood risks.
Action for the River Kennet (ARK)
Take action this Flood Action Week: Check your flood risk, sign up for flood warnings and find out how to prepare through the Environment Agency's Flood Action Online campaign
We'll be sharing information throughout Flood Action Week on our Facebook page to help Marlborough residents understand the risks and know how to prepare.
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