FEMA Urges Americans to Be Ready for Floods

This is the most common disaster in the United States, affecting the most people year after year.

  • Mar 18, 2014

FEMA is offering practical advice about flood preparations/awareness as it marks the March 16-22 National Flood Awareness Week. Videos posted on its website illustrate the damage some recent flooding inflicted and measures that can make structures more resistant to floods.

Having a plan for what to do in case of a flood involves thinking through questions such as:

  • What roads in my community tend to flood first? Will this impact my travel around town?
  • How will I stay in touch with family/friends if flooding knocks out cell phone service?
  • Where would I go if local officials tell me to evacuate the area due to flooding?
  • What's the risk of flooding for my area?

Flood preparedness resources and materials are available at Ready.gov.

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