22/10/2026
💙 A HUGE THANK YOU FROM BORTH COMMUNITY COUNCIL!
A huge thank you to everyone who braved the rather awful weather last night to join us for our Community Meeting — somewhat ironically (or perhaps very sensibly!) to talk about preparing for bad weather! 🌧️
It was lovely to see so many residents come along, share their thoughts and raise issues that matter to our community.
We’ve come away with plenty of ideas, suggestions and actions to follow up on. Your feedback is incredibly valuable, and we look forward to sharing updates as we work through everything discussed.
🌧️ With more unsettled weather potentially heading our way this weekend, we thought it would be useful to share three simple reminders from last night’s flood awareness presentation.
1️⃣ SIGN UP FOR FLOOD WARNINGS
Natural Resources Wales provides a FREE flood warning service, with alerts sent directly to your phone or email.
Please don’t rely on social media alone for important warnings.
📞 Floodline: 0345 988 1188
You can also register online through Natural Resources Wales.
2️⃣ MAKE A SIMPLE PLAN
A little preparation can make a big difference!
🔹 Keep a torch, batteries and charged power bank handy.
🔹 Have essential medication, important documents and emergency contact numbers accessible.
🔹 Know how to turn off your electricity, gas and water if it is safe to do so.
🔹 Consider what you would do if you needed to leave your home.
🔹 Secure loose garden furniture and other outdoor items ahead of strong winds.
🔹 Never walk or drive through floodwater.
3️⃣ LOOK OUT FOR ONE ANOTHER ❤️
One of Borth’s greatest strengths is its community spirit.
Please check in on neighbours, particularly those who live alone, are elderly, have limited mobility or may need additional support.
Sometimes a quick phone call or a knock on the door (when safe) can make all the difference.
⚡ IMPORTANT – SUPPORT DURING POWER CUTS
Did you know that there is a FREE Priority Services Register for people who may need extra help during a power cut?
This includes:
👵 People of state pension age
♿ People with disabilities or long-term health conditions
👶 Families with young children
❤️ Anyone who relies on electricity for essential medical equipment
Being registered can mean additional support, information and updates during power cuts.
Although it doesn’t guarantee that your electricity will be restored first, it helps electricity providers understand who may need extra assistance.
To register or find out more:
📞 National Grid Electricity Distribution: 0800 6783 105
📞 Power cuts: 105
You can also contact your electricity supplier to join the Priority Services Register.
☎️ USEFUL EMERGENCY NUMBERS – PLEASE SAVE OR SHARE!
🌊 Floodline: 0345 988 1188
For flood warnings and information.
⚡ Power cuts: 105
To report a power cut or receive updates.
🚰 Welsh Water: 0800 052 0130
For water supply emergencies.
💧 Sewer flooding: 0800 085 3968
For sewerage emergencies.
🚧 Ceredigion County Council: 01970 625277
For out-of-hours highways and flooding emergencies in North Ceredigion.
🔥 Gas emergencies: 0800 111 999
🚨 Emergency services: 999
If someone is in immediate danger.
A FINAL REMINDER ABOUT FLOOD WARNINGS
🟡 Flood Alert: Flooding is possible. Be prepared.
🟠 Flood Warning: Flooding is expected. Take immediate action.
🔴 Severe Flood Warning: Danger to life. Follow emergency services’ advice.
Please remember that different areas of Borth, Upper Borth, Ynyslas and Glanwern may be affected differently, so it’s important to register for warnings relevant to your own address.
💙 AND FINALLY, THANK YOU!
A special thank you to our volunteer Flood Wardens and all the local organisations, including Dyfed Powys, NRW and Kate from the Farmers Market who joined us last night.
We have plenty to take away from the evening, and your contributions will help shape our priorities and future work.
We can’t control the weather, but we can be prepared, stay informed and look out for each other.
Please share this information with anyone who may find it useful, particularly those who aren’t on social media.
Stay safe, everyone!
💙 Borth Community Council