What to do in case of flooding?
Heavy rainfall can cause flooding in your home or public property. Where can you report flooding? And what should you do in case of water damage?
Where can you report water damage?
Need help?
- Help from the fire brigade
Call the free emergency number 1722 or request fire brigade assistance online. - Help in case of fire or (life) danger
Call the free emergency number 112.
Damage on private property
- Contact your insurer to see if repairs are covered. Learn more about flood insurance.
- Contact a professional to carry out the repairs, such as a plumber or roofer.
- Report your damage to the Flemish Disaster Fund (in Dutch).
Damage on public property
- Urgent reports (danger to passers-by or traffic)
Call the free emergency number 112. - Report other damage
Report the damage online or contact us:
Leuven Info
Need sandbags?
The city only distributes sandbags at the request of emergency services where there is actual flooding in homes.
We don't distribute sandbags as a precaution. You can buy them at a DIY store.
Stay informed in case of flooding
- View the water level of the waterways in your area
- Follow the weather flashes in Leuven from the KMI
- Sign up for BE-Alert
Tips to limit flooding
Do you have a question?
Contact us. We are happy to help you.
