Emergencies

Emergency advice for Leeds Residents, and information on how Leeds City Council deals with Emergencies.
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City Centre Evacuation Plan

Leeds City Centre Evacuation Plan: Guidance booklets and the Evacuation Zones map

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Leeds Alert

The Leeds Alert emergency messaging system for businesses in the Leeds area.

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Preventing and Preparing for Emergencies

Information and guidance on preparing for emergencies

Road closed by Fire Brigade after fire at Chemical plant

Risks affecting the Leeds area

Advice on risks in the Leeds Area

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Riverside Safety

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Emergency Control Centre

The Council's Response

What Leeds City Council can do to assist the city to cope with an Emergency

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What to do in an Emergency

Advice on what to do if an emergency is taking place, or is imminent

​This page provides advice for Leeds residents on how to react in an Emergency situation, and background information on how Leeds City Council prepares for Emergencies.

Where there is risk to life, or injury, or risk to property then dial 999 and ask the operator for Police , Fire or Ambulance, as appropriate.

Give your name and the location of the incident, and stay on the line.  The operator may need to ask more questions about the incident and the help you require.