Be prepared and listen to all warnings issued for you area. Rising water
can overtake a vehicle and your home in seconds. Learn how flooding
occurs and what you can do to minimize the damages to your property.
More importantly, getting educated on floodwaters could save you or your
loved ones in the event of an emergency.

Here are a few safety tips:


* Do not walk or drive across flood waters.


* Avoid recreational contact with flood waters due to the unknown
amount of raw sewage, waste chemicals and the risk of drowning.


* Stay away from floodwaters. If you come upon a flowing stream where
water is above your ankles, stop, turn around and go another way. Six
inches of swiftly moving water can sweep you off of your feet .


* If you come upon a flooded road while driving, turn around and go
another way. Most cars can be swept away by less than two feet of
moving water.


* Do not enter or swim in the flood waters, no matter the depth. It could be electrified and you may be
electrocuted.


* Do not go floating, boating, swimming or rowing in flood-waters; unless you are 100% certain it's safe.


* Use special caution at night because flood danger as listed above are more difficult to recognize in the dark.


* Stay Away From Power Lines and Electrical Wires. Electrocution is also
a major killer in floods. Electrical current can travel through water.
Report downed power lines to Public Safety authorities.


* And last but not least, do all you can to stay warm and dry, and enjoy the season of torrential downpour.



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