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Flooding happens during heavy rains, when rivers overflow,
when ocean waves come onshore, when snow melts too fast or when dams or
levees break. Flooding may be only a few inches of water or it may cover
a house to the rooftop. Floods that happen very quickly are called flash
floods. Flooding is the most common of all natural hazards. It can happen
in every U.S. state and territory.
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Flood Watch or Flash Flood Watch - Flooding may happen soon. Stay tuned to the radio or television news for more information. If you hear a flash flood warning, talk to an adult immediately! Flood Warning - You may be asked to leave the area. A flood may be happening or will happen very soon. Tell an adult if you hear a flood warning. If you have to leave the area, remember to bring your Disaster Supply Kit. Flash Flood Warning - A flash flood is happening. Get to high
ground right away. Tell an adult!
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If you have time, bring in outdoor or garden furniture. You should also move important things to a second story. Stay away from flood water. It may be contaminated, meaning it may contain dangerous substances. Do not walk through moving water. It can knock you off your feet. If you must walk through water, walk where the water is not moving. Use a stick to test the ground in front of you. Stay away from power lines that are on the ground. You could be electrocuted. Always keep your battery-powered radio with you so you know what is
happening.
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