Emergency contact numbers – Introduction

Would you know where to start looking for the contact number of your local council in order to report a blocked drain or request sandbags?

In an emergency it can be difficult to quickly find a contact number in the telephone directory.

This guide lists contact numbers for the local councils in Cumbria – Allerdale, Copeland, Barrow, South Lakeland, Carlisle and Eden.  Also listed are useful contact numbers for a variety of organisations including the Environment Agency and Floodline.

IN AN EMERGENCY CALL 999 OR 112

For:  Police, Fire, Ambulance, Coastguard,
         Mountain Rescue, Cave Rescue.

Anti terrorist helpline – 0800 789321

BT - damage to wires and poles - (Freefone) 0800 800151

Cumbria Constabulary General Number - 0845 3300247

Environment Agency (Freefone) - 0800 807060

Environment Agency (general) – 0845 9333111

Floodline (24 hrs) – 0845 9881188

Highways (inc. Drainage) (24 hours) - 0845 609 6609

NHS Direct (24 Hours) - 0845 4647

Northwest Water – 08457 462200

Transco (Gas leaks) – 0800 111999

United Utilities (Electricity) – 0800 1954141

United Utilities (Water) – 0845 7462200