Summer Floods

6/18/2020 (Permalink)

We all love to go to our local lakes and beaches to cool off from the increasingly hot weather. Unfortunately sometimes these large cool bodies of water can pose a risk to you and your home. 

Danger Zones

When in the flood season be aware of the following areas and their risk:

• Densely populated areas
• The pavement, roads, and buildings restrict the water from being absorbed into the ground
• Storm drains do help in preventing a flood, but sometimes they can be clogged from debris or heavy downpour
• Areas near rivers
• Water can build up and overflow the riverbank, causing damage to nearby homes and possibly farther
• Levees are put in place to prevent overflow, but they can fail
• Areas near dams
• If a dam breaks, a surge of water will flood nearby areas and cause major damage

How To Prepare For A Flood

• Consult your local weather service to find out risks in your area
• Talk with your family to have an appropriate evacuation plan
• Turn off electricity and other utilities

Always be careful around floods, six inches of water can be enough to knock you off your feet. Water can be very damaging to you and your property. Be smart, stay dry, and stay safe.