Storm Flood Damage

8/30/2017 (Permalink)

Storm flooding damage.

Flood Safety:

According the Red Cross Floods are among the most frequent and costly natural disasters. Flooding often occurs following a hurricane, thawing snow, or several days of sustained rain. Flash floods occur suddenly, due to rapidly rising water along a stream or low-lying area. Learn what to do to keep your loved ones safe!

Below is some knowledge that might help you keep safe and better prepared in the event of flood situations that arise.

 TIPS:

Know the Difference!

A flood/flash flood WATCH means a flood or flash flood is possible.

A flood/flash flood WARNING means flooding or flash flooding is already occurring or will occur soon. TAKE IMMEDIATE PRECAUTIONS!

HAVE A PLAN:

• Talk with your family about what to do if a flood watch or warning is issued. Discussing floods ahead of time helps reduce fear, especially for younger children.

• Make sure you have access to NOAA radio broadcasts:
• Find an online NOAA radio station
• Search for a NOAA radio app in the Apple Store or Google Play
• Purchase a battery-powered or hand-crank NOAA radio in the Red Cross Store

• Find out if local streams or rivers flood easily.
• Ensure that every member of your family carries a Safe and Well Wallet Card
• Keep insurance policies, documents, and other valuables in a safe-deposit box. You may need quick, easy access to these documents. Keep them in a safe place less likely to be damaged during a flood. Take pictures on a phone and keep copies of important documents and files on a flash drive that you can carry with you on your house or car keys.

SERVPRO of North Calhoun is available 24/7, 269-963-3033, just a phone call away and always willing to help.