6 June 2024
Purchase window closes for recalled Anker 321 Power Bank A1112
Anker has recalled its A1112 Anker 321 Power Bank (PowerCore 5K, Black), sold between 1 March 2023 and 6 June 2024, because some batteries may overheat and pose a fire risk.
Getting Ready news
We cover news from public bodies and utility companies for UK households on power cuts, weather, water, health, safety and security. Each report includes the date and sources, with links to our guides.
June 2024
6 June 2024
OEX Folding Gas Stoves recalled over gas hose degradation risk
The Office for Product Safety and Standards has recalled OEX Folding Novo and Folding Savo gas stoves sold since January 2023 because the gas hose may degrade and leak.
May 2024
22 May 2024
Government launches new emergency preparedness website
The Deputy Prime Minister launched a new Government resilience website, www.gov.uk/prepare, on 22 May 2024 to increase public preparedness, including a new Volunteering Directory.
15 May 2024
Boil water notice issued to around 17,000 households and businesses in Brixham area
South West Water issued a boil water notice to around 17,000 households and businesses in the Alston and Hillhead supply areas of Brixham on 15 May 2024 after cryptosporidium was found in the Hillhead…
1 May 2024
Emergency Alerts issued during Rivers Roe and Ive flooding
Emergency Alerts were used to help evacuate people during acute flooding on the Rivers Roe and Ive in May 2024, the government has said in its UK Government Resilience Action Plan.
1 May 2024
Cryptosporidium detected in Brixham water supply affecting around 16,500 households and businesses
Cryptosporidium was detected in the Brixham area water supply in May 2024, and around 16,500 households and businesses were issued with a boil water notice.
1 May 2024
Boil water notice issued to around 16,000 households and businesses in Brixham area
South West Water has issued a boil water notice to around 16,000 households and businesses in the Brixham area after traces of cryptosporidium were found, and has increased compensation to £115.
1 May 2024
Government published preparedness advice on GOV.UK/Prepare
In May 2024 the Government published advice for individuals, households and communities on preparing for emergencies, hosted on GOV.UK/Prepare.
March 2024
28 March 2024
SSEN weather warning for central southern England
SSEN has issued a weather warning for strong winds on Thursday 28 March that could affect the electricity network in central southern England, with gusts of up to 70mph on the coast.
25 March 2024
MSR Trail Lite and Reactor camping cooking pots recalled over burns risk
The Office for Product Safety and Standards has notified a recall of MSR Trail Lite and Reactor camping cooking pots sold between 2008 and February 2024 because handles can come loose and spill hot…
5 March 2024
Portable electric space heater sold via Temu recalled
The Office for Product Safety and Standards has published a recall for a Portable Electric Space Heater, model FS007, sold via Temu, over a serious risk of electric shock.
1 March 2024
Network operator charter agreed
A charter for network operators including Openreach and City Fibre was agreed in March 2024, committing them to 12 months' notice before analogue voice services end and to checks on telecare devices.
1 March 2024
Recall of Ring Automotive RPPL260 jump starter power bank
The Office for Product Safety and Standards has announced a recall of the Ring Automotive RPPL260 jump starter power bank, which may not cut off power in standby mode and presents a fire risk.
February 2024
12 February 2024
Southern Water confirms customer data stolen in cyber attack
Southern Water has confirmed that data from part of its server estate was stolen in an illegal intrusion into its IT systems, and is notifying about 5 to 10 per cent of its customers.
1 February 2024
First Emergency Alert used in Plymouth
The first UK Emergency Alert was used in Plymouth in February 2024, following the nationwide test of the system in 2023, according to an official resilience forum.
1 February 2024
Government issues battery safety guidance for e-scooter users
The Department for Transport has published battery safety guidance for e-scooter and e-cycle users, noting that fire services have reported a significant number of battery fires involving privately…
January 2024
23 January 2024
Storm Jocelyn expected to cause further disruption
Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks says it is ready to respond to Storm Jocelyn on Tuesday and Wednesday, after Storm Isha left just under 800 customers in the north of Scotland without power…
23 January 2024
Southern Water issues first statement on suspicious activity
Southern Water has confirmed that data from part of its server estate was stolen in an illegal intrusion into its IT systems, and is notifying customers and employees whose personal data may be at…
23 January 2024
Desertcart added to list of online marketplaces selling recalled UPP battery packs
The Office for Product Safety and Standards has added Desertcart to the list of online marketplaces named in its safety report on UPP e-bike battery packs, which it says present a serious risk of…
22 January 2024
IWNL amends notice to Do Not Drink
Independent Water Networks Limited changed its Do Not Use Notice for the Marleigh estate in Cambridge to a Do Not Drink Notice at 16:15 on 22 January 2024, four days after the original notice.