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Every year many individuals choose to volunteer with Cheltenham Borough Council. Volunteers bring new skills, new ideas and a fresh perspective. Volunteering can be a great way to gain experience, ...
Cheltenham Flood Warden Volunteers
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Summary
Play a key role in helping your community prepare for, respond to and recover from flooding.Detailed description
As a flood warden volunteer you will be a vital link between your neighbourhood and those responsible for responding to flood events. Forging strong links within communities across Cheltenham will be critical to building resilience as we face the challenge of adapting to the impacts of climate change.
Volunteering as a flood warden can be great way to get to know people in your local area and spend more time outdoors in nature. We are pretty flexible about when and how you volunteer, so this role can be tailored to suit the hours you are able to offer.
- Spend more time in nature and help us to monitor local watercourses
- Get to know your community and communicate about flooding
- Warn about flooding encourage residents to be prepared and sign up for flood alerts
- Champion resilience as we adapt to the impacts of climate change
- Help us support vulnerable residents who may require additional support during a flood
- Be a vital neighbourhood link between residents, the council and emergency services
- Report and record flooding and share your local knowledge and signpost to relevant agencies
- Help with recovery after flooding and share information about available support
A full training session, flood warden handbook, high-vis jacket, volunteer lanyard and ID card will be provided.