What to do in a Flood

Every year, more deaths occur due to flooding than any other danger associated with thunderstorms.  The flood deaths occur when there is a car pushed into floodwater.  You can take action to safeguard your property, your loved ones, and yourself.    

During a Flood Watch or WarningCollect emergency supplies.

 Listen to the regional radio or television channel for upgrades. 

 Have immunization records convenient (or know the year of the last tetanus shot).  Shop immunization records in a watertight container. 

 Get an emergency water and food source .  

Shop at least 1 gallon of water for each individual and every pet daily.  

Bring outdoor possessions (lawn furniture, grills, trash cans) or tie them down firmly.   

Leave areas subject to flood: low spots, canyons, washes, etc. (Recall: prevent driving through flooded areas and standing water)  

After a Flood.

If it was not already done, take necessary security measures and install good flood sensors to warn you about the next one before it's too late.No more than six inches of water may make you drop control of your automobile.

  Don't drink flood water, or even use it to wash dishes, brush teeth, or wash/prepare food.  Drink water that is safe. In the event that you evacuated: return for your home just after local police have said it's safe to do so. 

 Cling to water damage from local governments to discover if your water is safe for bathing and drinking.  In a water fix, utilize only bottled, boiled, or treated water for cooking, drinking, etc.. Dispose of any food and bottled water which have come in contact. 

 Avoid carbon dioxide (CO) poisoning.  Use generators at least 20 feet from any doorways or vents.  Should you use a pressure washer, make sure you keep 20 feet from doors, windows, or vents and the engine outside too.  

Once you return home, should you realize that your home has been flooded, clinic safe cleaning.  Remove and toss away drywall and insulation which has been contaminated with floodwater or sewage.  Throw out things that must not be washed and cleaned with a bleach option: pillows beds, carpeting, carpet padding, and toys.  Until insurance claims could be submitted, homeowners may wish to save items out the house. See recommendations from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)Topical .

The damage is only one risk.  Reputation floodwater may also disperse infectious ailments , bring chemical dangers, and lead to injuries.