AS READING continues to tackle floods left behind by Storm Alex over the weekend, alerts have been put in place for the potential for more overflows in some areas.

Flooding has been marked as 'possible' in the next few days at Lower River Loddon, and residents are being advised to prepare.

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Property flooding is not currently expected, but river levels are high and out of banks on the River Loddon as a result of the heavy rainfall.

Therefore, flooding of low lying roads and farmland is expected to continue this morning (October 6), especially in the Sindlesham and Winnersh areas.

Today is forecast to be mostly dry with scattered showers.

These have the potential to be heavy at times.

What to do before, after and during a flood:

  • Sign up for flood warnings

In many flood risk areas, you can sign up for flood warnings.

These warn of the risk of flooding from rivers, the sea and groundwater.

You’ll be alerted by phone, email or text when flooding is expected. Flood warnings and alerts are not available in all areas.

  • Know what to do

The best way to protect yourself from flooding is to know what to do in advance.

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The government issues three levels of flood warning:

1) Flood alert - Prepare

Prepare a bag that includes medicines and insurance documents and check flood warnings

2) Flood warning - Act

Turn off gas, water and electricity; move things upstairs or to safety; move family, pets and car to safety

3) Severe flood warning - Survive

Call 999 if in immediate danger, and follow advice from emergency services. Keep yourself and your family safe.