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FLOOD FACTS HOW TO STAY SAFE FROM RISING WATER
• BUILD A KIT with water, non-perishable, ready to eat food, radio,
flashlight (and extra batteries for both), a first aid kit and necessary
medications. Store important family documents (wills, passports, insurance
policies, deeds, etc.) in a portable, waterproof and fireproof container as
part of your kit.
• MAKE A PLAN so you know where to go if you need to evacuate. Plan
ahead for the possibility of becoming separated from your loved ones by
choosing an out-of-town contact that each person can contact should a
disaster occur. Plan on using the Red Cross Safe and Well web site,
accessible through www.redcross.org.
• STAY INFORMED: KNOW WHAT TO DO IF THERE IS POTENTIAL FOR
FLOODING TO OCCUR 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. 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. Do not drive around barricades. If your car stalls in rapidly
rising waters, abandon it immediately and climb to higher ground. If you
experience flooding and need help, call your local authorities immediately.
• BUILD A KIT with water, non-perishable, ready to eat food, radio,
flashlight (and extra batteries for both), a first aid kit and necessary
medications. Store important family documents (wills, passports, insurance
policies, deeds, etc.) in a portable, waterproof and fireproof container as
part of your kit.
• MAKE A PLAN so you know where to go if you need to evacuate. Plan
ahead for the possibility of becoming separated from your loved ones by
choosing an out-of-town contact that each person can contact should a
disaster occur. Plan on using the Red Cross Safe and Well web site,
accessible through www.redcross.org.
• STAY INFORMED: KNOW WHAT TO DO IF THERE IS POTENTIAL FOR
FLOODING TO OCCUR 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. 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. Do not drive around barricades. If your car stalls in rapidly
rising waters, abandon it immediately and climb to higher ground. If you
experience flooding and need help, call your local authorities immediately.
FLOOD FACTS
