what are the precautions taken before, during and after a flood
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Before:
1. To prepare for a flood it is important to:
2. Remember, if you decide to build your home in a flood plain, you should elevate and reinforce the home.
3. Keep your furnace, water heater, and electrical panel elevated if you are in an area susceptible to flooding.
4. Construct barriers to keep flood waters from entering your home.
After:
Recovering from a flood requires extreme care. After a flood, be sure to:
1. Find out if the water supply is safe to drink before consuming water.
2. Avoid flood waters, as they may be contaminated. Also, avoid moving water.
3. Driving is especially hazardous after a flood. Do not drive through flood waters or in areas where the water may have receded. Areas where the water has receded can be fragile and susceptible to collapsing under the weight of your vehicle
4. Only return home after authorities have instructed you to do so.
5. Do not enter a building surrounded by flood waters.
Be very careful when entering a building damaged by flood waters, as hidden damage is likely and can be extremely dangerous.
6. Be sure to repair damaged sewage systems, as these can cause serious health risks
7.Clean and disinfect everything that got wet during the flood because flood waters may be contaminated.
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Be alert.
Monitor your surroundings.
Monitor NOAA Weather Radio, local television and radio stations
If a flash flood warning is issued for your area: Climb to safety immediately.
Flash floods develop quickly. Do not wait until you see rising water.
Get out of low areas subject to flooding.
If driving, do not drive through flooded roadways!
Assemble disaster supplies:
Drinking water – Fill clean containers.
Food that requires no refrigeration or cooking.
Cash.
Medications and first aid supplies.
Clothing, toiletries.
Battery-powered radio.
Flashlights.
Extra batteries.
Important documents: insurance papers, medical records, bank account numbers.
Be prepared to evacuate.
Identify places to go.
Identify alternative travel routes that are not prone to flooding.
Plan what to do with your pets.
Fill your car’s gas tank.
If told to leave, do so quickly.
Review your Family Disaster Plan.
Discuss flood plans with your family.
Decide where you will meet if separated.
Designate a contact person who can be reached if family members get separated. Make sure every family member has the contact information.
Protect your property.
Move valuables and furniture to higher levels.
Move hazardous materials (such as paint, oil, pesticides, and cleaning supplies) to higher locations.
Disconnect electrical appliances. Do not touch them if you are wet or standing in water.
Bring outside possessions indoors or tie them down securely. This includes lawn furniture, garbage cans, and other movable objects.
Seal vents to basements to prevent flooding.
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