Flooding - Be Safe After

9/7/2018 (Permalink)

       Being Safe After A Surviving A Flood

• Listen to authorities for information and instructions. Return home only when authorities say it is safe.
• Avoid driving, except in emergencies. (You may be in the way of responders assisting others in need)
• Be aware of the risk of electrocution. Do not touch electrical equipment if it is wet or if you are standing in water. If it is safe to do so, turn off the electricity to prevent electric shock.
• Avoid wading in floodwater, which can contain dangerous debris and be contaminated. Underground or downed power lines can also electrically charge the water. 
• Avoid walking on streets that the road is not visible, manhole covers may be lifted off of sewage drains.
• Use a generator or other gasoline-powered machinery ONLY outdoors and away from windows.