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Know What to Expect
Know your area's flood risk--if unsure, call your local Red Cross chapter, emergency management office, or planning and zoning department
If it has been raining hard for several hours, or steadily raining for several days, be alert to the possibility of a flood.
Listen to local radio or TV stations for flood information.
Reduce Potential Flood Damage By--
Raising your furnace, water heater, and electric panel if they are in areas of your home that may be flooded.
Consult with a professional for further information if this and other damage reduction measures can be taken.
Floods Can Take Several Hours to Days to Develop
A flood WATCHmeans a flood is possible in your area.
A flood WARNINGmeans flooding is already occurring or will occur soon in your area
Flash Floods Can Take Only a Few Minutes to a Few Hours to Develop
A flash flood WATCHmeans flash flooding is possible in your area.
A flash flood WATCHmeans flash flooding is possible in your area.
Prepare a Family Disaster Plan .
Check to see if you have insurance that covers flooding. If not, find out how to get flood insurance.
Keep insurance policies, documents, and other valuables in a safe-deposit box
Assemble a Disaster Supplies Kit .
When a Flood WATCH Is Issued . . .
Move your furniture and valuables to higher floors of your home.
Fill your car's gas tank, in case an evacuation notice is issued.
When a Flood WARNING Is Issued . . .
Listen to local radio and TV stations for information and advice. If told to evacuate, do so as soon as possible.
When a Flash Flood WATCH Is Issued . . .
Be alert to signs of flash flooding and be ready to evacuate on a moment's notice.
When a Flash Flood WARNING Is Issued . . .
Or if you think it has already started, evacuate immediately. You may have only seconds to escape. Act quickly!
Move to higher ground away from rivers, streams, creeks, and storm drains. Do not drive around barricades . . . they are there for your safety.
If your car stalls in rapidly rising waters, abandon it immediately and climb to higher ground.
Your Local Red Cross Chapter Can Provide Additional Materials
"Safe Living in Your Manufactured Home"
"Are You Ready for a Thunderstorm?"
"Are You Ready for a Tornado?"
"Avoiding Flood Damage"
"Your Family Disaster Plan"
"Your Family Disaster Supplies Kit"
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