What to Do Before, During and After a Flood?

Before a Flood:

• Listen to the news.

• Assemble disaster supplies.

• Be prepared to evacuate.

• Discuss flood plans with your family.

• Prepare medications and first aid supplies.

During a Flood:

• Be alert.

• Monitor your surroundings.

• Monitor Weather Radio, local television and radio stations.

• Evacuate immediately, if you think you are at risk or are advised to do so.

• Shut off the electricity at the circuit breakers

After a Flood:

• Wait until it is safe to return.

• Watch or listen some news.

• Do not enter a building if it is still flooded or surrounded by floodwater.

• Check for structural damage.

• Clean and disinfect everything that got wet.