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Flood Safety and Preparedness

What To Do In A Flood, Before, During And After
July 14, 2025, 10:56 am EDT
Flooding is dangerous and life threatening. Here are some tips you can use to prepare and stay safe the next time your area is threatened by flash floods.
Why You Need To Pay Attention To Flood Alerts On Your Phone
July 13, 2025, 12:43 pm EDT
When flash flood warnings pop up on your phone through the Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) system, you need to pay attention and take action, because those are a special category of flash flood warnings with potentially deadly consequences.
Flowing Water Is More Powerful Than You May Think
July 13, 2025, 10:48 am EDT
Simple facts detailing why you should respect the power of floodwater.
Floods: Kill More Americans Than Tornadoes And Often Ignored
July 10, 2025, 6:56 am EDT
Flooding may not get all the headlines and dramatic video like tornadoes, but they kill more people in America than almost any other type of weather. People underestimate the sheer power of water and how little it takes to knock you off your feet or carry your car away. Take a moment for us to explain.
How To Prepare For A Flood
July 9, 2025, 7:07 am EDT
Floods are the most common natural disaster in the United States, according to experts at the federal government’s Ready Campaign (ready.gov). Learn how to keep your family safe before the floodwaters rise in your community.
After The Flood: What To Know When Going Home
July 9, 2025, 7:07 am EDT
Coming back home after a flood is never easy. Learn what to look out for, including electrical safety, flood water contamination and cleaning up.
Flooding Is America's Second-Biggest Weather Killer On Average, And Texas Is The Top State
July 7, 2025, 6:59 pm EDT
Forecasts for a hurricane threat or a tornado outbreak might make bigger headlines, but heavy rain should be taken just as seriously since flooding kills more than 100 on average annually in the U.S.
Why You Should Never Cross A Flooded Road
June 17, 2025, 5:42 pm EDT
Flash floods pose a significant danger to motorists, with driving through floodwaters contributing to many fatalities each year. Even as little as one foot of water can float most cars and small SUVs, leading to potentially fatal situations. The National Weather Service advises against attempting to cross flooded roads due to the unpredictability and strength of flash floods. It’s crucial for drivers to recognize the risks and avoid driving through floodwaters to stay safe.
20 US Flood Deaths In 4 Days A Reminder America's Second-Biggest Weather Killer Is Not What You Think
June 17, 2025, 11:14 am EDT
An average of more than 100 people are killed by flooding in the U.S. annually and many of those happen in vehicles.
Never Drive Through A Flooded Road When Heavy Rain Hits. Your Vehicle Can Be A Trap With Serious Consequences.
June 12, 2025, 11:42 am EDT
Flooding from heavy rainfall is a serious danger for many reasons. One of the worst decisions you can make is to drive through floodwaters since it contributes to multiple injuries and deaths each year.