Lincolnshire County Council is urging community groups in Lincolnshire to make an emergency plan, tailored to the needs of their area and residents.

A new tool from the Lincolnshire Resilience Forum allows local groups, parish and town councils to work through a series of straightforward questions, which will generate a clear emergency plan. It will address their specific needs during emergencies such as flooding, extreme hot or cold weather, power outages or a pandemic.

A copy of the plan is also securely stored by our emergency planning team, allowing for future development and rapid response in the event of an emergency.

The team is also available to assist with any questions or concerns, offer guidance on how to use the generated plan, and to provide ongoing support to communities.

Cllr Lindsey Cawrey, executive councillor for emergency planning at the county council, said: “It’s so important that every community has the tools to prepare for emergencies. We have well-developed plans in Lincolnshire to respond to emergencies, but having their own plan empowers communities to take control of their own safety and resilience.”

Community groups can find out more about emergency planning at an event on Thursday 28 November 2024 at the County Emergency Centre, South Park Avenue, Lincoln, LN5 8EL between 6pm and 8pm.

To secure your place or find out more about making an emergency plan, please visit the Lincolnshire Resilience Forum website www.lincolnshireresilienceforum.org.