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Flash Flooding: An Unexpected Threat That Can Happen Within Minutes
We all heard about the recent floods in
Oklahoma and Texas and saw how much
damage they can cause. More importantly, we saw how dangerous they can
be to your family. The National Weather
Service strives to educate everyone on
the dangers of flash floods and teaches
how to stay safe in a flood event. Below,
you will find information on what to do
before, during and after a flood.
Sometimes floods develop slowly and
forecasters can anticipate where a flood
will happen days or weeks before it
occurs. Oftentimes flash floods can
occur within minutes and sometimes
without any sign of rain. Being prepared
can save your life and give you peace of
mind.

Know Your Risk. Is your home or business
in a floodplain? What is the fastest way
to get to higher ground?
Prepare Your Home. If you have access
to sandbags, use them to protect your
home from flood waters (if you have
sufficient time to do so.)
Prepare your Family. There is a possibility that you might be evacuated. Pack
in advance and don’t wait until the last
moment to gather your essentials.
Charge the Essential Electronics. Make
sure your cell phone and portable
radios are all charged in case you lose
power. Also, make sure to have back-up
batteries on hand.
Leave. If it is likely your home will
flood, don’t wait to be ordered to leave;
evacuate yourself! Make alternative plans

for a place to stay. If you have pets, take
them with you or make arrangements to
board them at a facility well away from
the flooding danger.
During a flood, water levels and the rate
the water is flowing can quickly change.
Remain aware and monitor local radio
and television outlets. Avoid flood
waters at all costs and evacuate immediately when water starts to rise. Don’t
wait until it’s too late!
Stay Informed. Monitor local radio and
television (including NOAA Weather
Radio), internet and social media for information and updates.
Get to Higher Ground. Get out of areas
subject to flooding and get to higher
ground immediately.
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