Flood Facts

Preparing for a Flood

• Make an itemized list of personal property well in advance of a flood occurring. Photograph the interior and exterior of your home. Store the list, photos and documents in a safe place.



• Memorize the safest and fastest route to high ground. Keep a battery-operated radio on hand, along with emergency cooking equipment and a flashlight.



• If you live in a frequently flooded area, keep sandbags, plastic sheets and lumber on hand to protect property.



• Know the elevation of your property in relation to nearby streams and other waterways, and plan what you will do and where you will go in a flood emergency.