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Page last updated on 4 March 2022 at 9.20am
Coronavirus
Borough Risk register
Avian influenza (bird flu)
DEFRA issues an England-wide Avian Influenza Prevention Zone
Severe weather
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Met Office severe weather warnings
Hosepipe bans and drought orders
The water companies serving Merton may impose hosepipe bans and restrictions on water use when there is a drought. For details visit their websites:
Industrial action
If industrial action, such as a strike, affects our services we’ll publish the details on this page.
London-wide emergencies
The Greater London Authority has a London-wide strategy for preparing for and responding to emergencies in the capital. Find out more on the London Prepared website.