Advice and support for Syleham residents
As part of its Emergency Planning, Syleham Parish Council has put together useful information for residents on what to do when faced with adverse weather including flooding, high winds and snow. This information can be found below.
In all cases where there is a risk to life, call the Emergency Services on 999.
FLOODING
River Waveney: The River Waveney is prone to flooding particularly along Hoxne Road and at Syleham Bridge. When the bridge is flooded a warning ‘Flood’ sign is put in place by residents. It is strongly advised not to cross the bridge at this time as the current flows strongly over the road at the Brockdish side of the bridge. Syleham Parish Council has asked Brockdish Parish Council to erect a flood water depth sign which can be viewed when driving from Syleham to Brockdish.
The Environment Agency is responsible for flood management on the River Waveney and provides advice on what to do before, and during flooding, how to report flooding, and what your risk of flooding is. Residents can also sign up for flood warnings. You can find more information by clicking on the following link:
https://www.gov.uk/browse/environment-countryside/flooding-extreme-weather
River water levels for The River Waveney at Syleham Mill Sluice (Bridge) can be found here:
https://riverlevels.uk/suffolk-syleham-syleham-mill-sluice
Flooding from field run-off: There is also a risk of flooding following periods of heavy rain from field run-off. Residents are encouraged to ensure that their ditches are well maintained and drainage pipes are large enough to cope.
Advice on what to do before and during a flood can be found by clicking the links below: https://www.gov.uk/help-during-flood
Support from the Parish Council
Sandbags for residents: Sandbags can be found in a large, unlocked bin at Syleham and Wingfield Village Hall for residents who are at risk of flooding. The sandbags are provided free of charge by the Parish Council and are located next to the recycling containers in the Village Hall Car Park.
Water pump. The Parish Council has access to water pumps and generators to help pump water away from properties in an emergency. Contact the Parish Council Chairman, Malcolm Flounders, on 07967 677209.
HIGH WINDS
Fallen trees: Residents are responsible for ensuring that their trees are well maintained and for the removal of fallen trees should they block roads or footpaths. If a fallen tree has damaged overhead powerlines please contact UK Power Networks. You can find details of how to report a damaged powerline here:
https://www.ukpowernetworks.co.uk/
If a fallen tree is blocking a road you can report this to Suffolk Highways here:
https://www.suffolk.gov.uk/roads-and-transport/highway-maintenance/report-a-highways-issue
Support from the Parish Council: In an emergency the Parish Council has access to chainsaws. Contact the Parish Council Chairman, Malcolm Flounders, on 07967 677209.
SNOW
Government advice on how to cope with cold weather and snow can be found here: https://prepare.campaign.gov.uk/be-informed-about-hazards/cold-weather-snow-ice/
Motoring advice can be found here:
https://www.theaa.com/driving-advice/seasonal/how-to-drive-in-snow
https://www.rac.co.uk/drive/advice/winter-driving/driving-in-snow/
Support from the Parish Council: The Parish Council has access to farm equipment to help move vehicles trapped in snow in an emergency. Contact the Parish Council Chairman, Malcolm Flounders, on 07967 677209.
Grit bins can be found opposite The Cross at Syleham at the botton of Wingfield Road, at the junction of White House Road and Hoxne Road and at the Village Hall.
The Parish Council will also ensure that welfare checks are made on vulnerable residents during periods of heavy snow.
If there is anything else you think shold be added to this adverse weather plan please email the Parish Clerk, Lesley Hastie, lesleysylehampc@gmail.com with your suggestions.
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