We have already received a number of questions and suggestions from residents about how Lambourn could prepare for emergencies. These highlight practical concerns about keeping warm, obtaining medicines, buying food and supporting neighbours. They also remind us how much local knowledge and experience our community can contribute. The Questions and suggestions will help shape our discussions with residents, businesses and public services. We do not yet have all the answers, but asking these questions now will help us identify gaps and agree practical arrangements before emergencies.
| Topic | Questions received and further questions to explore |
|---|---|
| Heating and warmth | If a prolonged power cut stops my heating working, what can I do? Is there somewhere warm I could go? |
| Healthcare | I use an oxygen machine at home. What arrangements would I need if a power cut lasted longer than a day? |
| Healthcare | Will the chemist still be able to dispense medicines during a prolonged power cut? |
| Shopping | Will the shops stay open during a power cut? |
| Snow clearance | Jim Bracey used to clear the roads when it snowed. Who will do that now? |
| Drinking water | If our water supply fails, where could we get drinking water, and how would it reach people unable to collect it? |
| Money | I get money out of the Post Office – will it be open if there is a long power failure or a flood of the High street? |
| Staying informed | How would we receive reliable updates if mobile phones and the internet stopped working? |
| Asking for help | Would my digital landline or personal alarm work without electricity? How could I summon help? |
| Checking on neighbours | Could we arrange for someone to check on residents living alone or needing extra support? |
| Preparing at home | What basic supplies should we keep, and how can households on limited budgets prepare? |
| Offering assistance | How can I offer my time, skills, transport or equipment to help others? |
| Fuel | If there is a fuel crisis where could I get some emergency diesel fuel to get me to a hospital appointment? |
| Healthcare | Will the Lambourn Surgery stay open during a prolonged power cut? |
| Money | Will the cash machines work in a power cut or if the internet fails? |
If you have a question or a suggestion please post it below or call Hayley on 01488 505050
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