Flooding Enquiries

Flooding incidents should always be reported via the Flood Online Reporting Tool or by calling the national Floodline number 0345 988 1188 (normal call charges apply). In an emergency, dial 999 if life is in danger.

• For emergency highways issues, call Dorset Council on 01305 221020 or visit the Dorset Council Highways Emergencies webpage.
• For emergency issues on the A31, A303 and A35 west of Bere Regis, please visit the Dorset Council National Highways webpage.

To report other weather-related incidents, telephone:

• 24 hour Wessex Water line: 0345 600 4600
• 24 hour floodline: 0345 988 118
• Environment Agency National Incident Hotline: 0800 80 70 60

For details regarding sandbags, please visit Dorset Council's Sandbags webpage.

You can find details of flood warnings and alerts at the Government's Check for Flooding webpage.