A flash flood is more than a quick nuisance; it can be a powerful wall of water that can damage bridges, sweep away cars, rip out trees, and cause widespread damage. That’s why it’s important to prepare for a flash flood before it happens and know what to do when it does....
Besides, here are also some tips to keep in mind after a flood. Do not drink floodwater, or use it to wash food. Return to your home only after local governments have said it is safe to do so. Use only bottled or boiled water for drinking, cooking and bathing. Avoid driving through...
MORE: https://azdot.gov/about/transportation-safety/severe-weather Rain/flood safety tips The American Red Cross' tips for heavy rain situations and flood safety: Turnaround don’t drown! If you must drive and you encounter a flooded roadway, turn around and go another way. If you...
Flood watch: Be prepared: A flood watch is issued when conditions are favorable for flooding. It doesn't guarantee that flooding will occur, but it signifies that the possibility exists. Weathering the storm: Flood safety guidelines from the weather service In flood-prone regions or while campin...
A flash flood watch is in effect until 6 p.m. for parts of central Maryland on Tuesday. Flash flooding is a rapid rise in water level that can be life-threatening. "Scattered instances of flooding are possible today as tropical moisture from the remnants of Fred approaches the region," ac...
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The survey mentions different types of warnings that could be sent during a flash flood and respondents answered what they will do if they heard the warning while driving, while in a building on the ground floor or below, or while outdoors. Table 2 shows the alert messages and the response...