Community Risk Register
The Community Risk Register identifies the key risks that are considered to be relevant to Cleveland. It also provides useful information and contact details for local services.
The register is developed by the Risk Assessment Working Group, part of Cleveland’s Local Resilience Forum. These experts assess local hazards and prioritise planning and response efforts.
The register helps to:
- raise awareness of local risks for residents and businesses
- support emergency planning and prioritisation
The register is reviewed and updated regularly.
View the Cleveland Community Risk Register
If you would like a physical copy of the community risk register, please contact emergency planning.
How to prepare for emergencies
There are simple steps you can take to protect yourself, your family, and your community. You can:
- use official sources (e.g. Environment Agency flood maps) to check local risks
- keep important phone numbers with you, including family and friends
- make sure everyone in your household knows a contact outside Hartlepool
- create a household emergency plan and practice it
- make sure your household or staff understand any special emergency arrangements if you live near an industrial site
What to do in an emergency
If an emergency happens and if it’s safe to do so you should:
- go indoors
- close all doors and windows
- stay inside until told it’s safe to leave
- tune in to local radio or TV for updates and instructions
You can also get updates from official sources on social media:
Please check on neighbours who may have difficulty hearing, reading, or understanding emergency messages—if it’s safe to do so.
Emergency kits
It’s a good idea to keep an emergency kit at home and at work. Your kit should include:
- a battery-powered radio
- a torch and spare batteries
- a first aid kit (consider taking a first aid course)
- any essential medication (for people and pets)
- bottled water and food for at least 3 days
- a tin opener
- blankets
For further information about preparing for emergencies please visit the Red Cross website or the HM Government Website - Get prepared for emergencies - Prepare.
Cleveland Emergency Planning Unit
The Cleveland Emergency Planning Unit supports Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Stockton, and Redcar & Cleveland councils. It works with emergency services, health agencies, and voluntary organisations to ensure a co-ordinated response to major incidents.
For more information visit the Cleveland Emergency Planning Unit Website.
Address: Bishop Street, Stockton Police Annex, Stockton-on-Tees, TS18 1SY
Phone: 01642 301515