Preparing for a Flood

Learn what to do when you hear flood warning signals.

Find out if you live in a flood-prone area.
Know what a flood and a flash flood “watch” and “warning” mean: Watch (2-3 days for flood; 2-12 hours for flash flood) Warning (24-48 hours for flood; 0-1 hour for flash flood)
Plan for evacuation.
Consider purchasing flood insurance.
Take steps to flood-proof your home.
Keep all insurance policies and your household inventory in a safe place, with a copy in a second location.

 

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