North Ayrshire Council is warning of the areas most likely to be impacted by flooding as it releases its latest flood plan.

The Ayrshire Flood Risk Management Plan notes vulnerable and potentially vulnerable areas such as Irvine to Troon, Arran, and Kilwinning and forecasts actions that can be taken to reduce the risk of flooding.

The recently-released second plan follows the first that was published in 2016 and will set an outline for 2023-2028.

Councillor Tony Gurney, cabinet member for economy and climate change, said: “As temperatures continue to rise around the globe and the ice caps melt, we expect to see rising sea levels. Combined with extreme weather events, these pose a risk to many areas, particularly coastal regions like North Ayrshire.

“We’ve all seen the devastating impact flooding can have on communities so it’s imperative that we all work together to tackle climate change.

“While individuals are the first line of defence when it comes to protecting themselves and their properties from flooding, the flood risk management plan has been developed to avoid and reduce flood risk.

“I would urge our residents to read it and find out how they can play their part in minimising the risk of flooding and the potential devastation it can bring.”

The Ayrshire Flood Risk Management Plan was published by North Ayrshire Council in close collaboration with East Ayrshire Council, and South Ayrshire Council.

Other organisations such as Scottish Water and the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) were also consulted when writing the plan.

The most recent Ayrshire Flood Risk Management Plan can be viewed at www.north-ayrshire.gov.uk/community-safety/flooding/ayrshire-flood-risk-management-plan-list.aspx