STAFF from the Environment Agency will be out in East Lancashire today as part of a major flooding training exercise.
The exercise is based on a flood scenario which both office and field based staff will respond to as if it was a real flood incident.
Over 50 members of staff will be involved in the exercise that will test procedures and communication.
Officers will be testing a loud hailer in Whalley, as well as carrying out data collection in Ribchester.
Sue Moffat, of the flood incident management team, said: "Exercises like this are extremely important for preparing our staff and practicing our procedures before a real event.
"People should not to be alarmed if they see our staff testing and checking equipment."
To find out if you are at risk of flooding and the steps you can take to prepare yourself in advance of a flood, call the Environment Agency's Floodline on 0845 988 1188 or visit www.environment-agency.gov.uk/flood
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