Flood Forecasting Centre: training and engagement
Published 16 April 2026
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1. Summary
The Flood Forecasting Centre (FFC) promotes understanding and discussion around its services through:
- a regular programme of training and engagement events
- information and user guides
- training videos
- bespoke training and resources
2. Training and engagement events
Webinar series
Understanding and using the Flood Guidance Statement
This webinar will guide users through all the features of the FGS and explain how to understand the flood risk matrix. A hydrometeorologist will co-lead the session and be available to answer any questions you may have.
Next webinar: date to be confirmed
Understanding and using the Flood Outlook
This webinar will guide users through all the features of the Flood Outlook and explain how it can be used in practice. A hydrometeorologist will be available to answer any questions you may have.
Next webinar: date to be confirmed
Understanding and using the Rapid Flood Guidance (RFG) service
This webinar will guide users through all the features of the RFG service. It will also include a short refresher on the FGS, highlighting the links between the FGS and RFG.
Next webinar: 13 May 2026 (11am to 11:45am)
Engagement events
FFC open days
We host regular open days at the Met Office headquarters in Exeter. These include:
- talks from FFC team members, external partners and users of our services
- a tour of the centre
- opportunities to network with FFC users from different organisations
Next open day: 21 May 2026 (10am to 4pm)
FFC user group
The FFC User Group meets twice a year. It plays a big role in making sure our services continue to meet the evolving needs of our users. It covers topics including:
- FFC news and updates
- training opportunities
- research
- product and service development
The group is open to all users of FFC services.
Next user group: June 2026 (date and time to be confirmed)
3. Information and user guides
Information and user guides for our main services are available. These include:
4. Training videos
Short training videos are available to explain how to understand and use our services.
Flood Guidance Statement
Videos available:
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Introduction to the FGS (6 minute watch)
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The Flood Risk Matrix (6 minute watch)
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Uncertainties and challenges in forecasting for the FGS (15 minute watch - for users interested in more detail)
Flood Outlook
Videos available:
- Introduction to the Flood Outlook (8 minute watch)
- The Flood Outlook in Action (7 minute watch)
5. Bespoke training and resources
We can provide bespoke training and resources on request, including:
- resources for exercises and scenario planning
- tailored webinars and online training for your team
- materials for internal training courses
If you are interested in tailored resources for team training or other uses, please contact FFCtraining@metoffice.gov.uk.