Storm Frank is currently hitting the country; the UK is being battered by high-force wind and an extremely high amount of rain is expected to fall.

In Wales, at the source of the River Wye, At least 60mm of rain is predicted, so local residents should be prepared for flooding.

If you get stuck in the worst weather, there are some useful contacts you can use.

Floodline is a 24 hour service, which you can call to check up on flood warnings. This is: 0345 988 1188.

You can ask your local Fire and Rescue Service (http://www.hwfire.org.uk) for help pumping out water. You may need an environmental permit to pump water from your property yourself. Before you do anything, check with:

• Your local Environment Agency office (http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/contactus/36324.aspx) if you want to pump water into rivers, boreholes, ditches or watercourses

• Your water company (http://www.water.org.uk/about/our-members) if you want to pump water into public sewers

• The local highways authority or Highways England (01432 261800) if you want to pump water into street drains, highways or highway ditches. You can also call this number to report a fallen tree, which is blocking a road.

If you experience a gas leak, because of the weather, contact the National Grid as soon as possible: Contact National Grid to report a gas leak. Telephone: 0800 111 999.

Contact your local electricity company (http://www.energynetworks.org/info/emergencies/power-cuts-telephone-numbers.html) to report an electrical hazard or a problem with overhead electricity lines.

Contact Herefordshire Council to report an overflowing drain or sewer. The telephone number for Environmental Health is: 01432 261761. A full list of contact details for Herefordshire Council can be found here: https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/contactus.

If you require any further information, The National Flood Forum (http://www.nationalfloodforum.org.uk/about-to-be-flooded/) has advice on what to do if you’re about to be flooded.