Given the severe weather warning for flash flooding and the proximity of the site's drainage system to the River Wye, I would implement the following safety protocols: 1. Immediate Evacuation**: If possible, evacuate all personnel from the site immediately. This is crucial in case the flash floodwaters rise quickly, as they often do. Secure Critical Equipment**: Ensure that critical equipment such as generators, pumps, and electrical panels are secured to prevent them from being damaged or swept away by floodwaters. Blockade Entry Points**: Blockade all entry points to the site, including gates and doors, to prevent unauthorized personnel from entering the site during the flood event. Flood-Proofing Measures**: Implement temporary flood-proofing measures such as sandbags or inflatable barriers around critical equipment and areas of the site that are most susceptible to flooding. Emergency Power Generation**: Ensure that emergency power generation units are available in case the main power supply is disrupted by the floodwaters. Communication Network Maintenance**: Maintain a reliable communication network to ensure that all personnel can be contacted in case of an emergency. Considering the news article about Harris proposing new tax breaks, I'm not sure how this would directly impact our safety protocols during a severe weather warning for flash flooding. However, if we were to assume that the proposed tax cuts would have some indirect benefit on our operations, such as increased investment in flood mitigation infrastructure or improved emergency response capabilities, then it could be argued that these proposals might enhance our preparedness and response efforts. However, I must emphasize that during a severe weather warning for flash flooding, the primary focus should be on ensuring the safety of personnel and mitigating potential damage to critical equipment and infrastructure.