Where should you evacuate during a flood?

If you are under a flood warning:

• Evacuate if told to do so.
• Move to higher ground or a higher floor.
• Stay where you are.

What should I pack for evacuation?

A basic emergency supply kit could include the following recommended items:

• Water (one gallon per person per day for several days, for drinking and sanitation)
• Food (at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food)
• Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert.
• Flashlight.
• First aid kit.

How can you prepare for a flood?

What to do before a flood

1. Get flood insurance. Most homeowners insurance does not cover flood damage.
2. Know your flood risk. Look up your address in the Flood Map Service Center to learn if you live, work, or travel in areas that are prone to flooding.
3. Take a household inventory.
4. Store important documents.

What do you do in a flash flood warning?

What to do During a Flood Warning or Flash Flood Warning

• Move immediately to higher ground or stay on high ground.
• Continue to check the media for emergency information.
• Follow instructions from public safety officials.
• If you must evacuate your home, take only essential items and bring your pets if safe to do so.

What we should not do during flood?

Avoid building in flood prone areas unless you elevate and reinforce your home. Elevate the furnace, water heater, and electric panel if susceptible to flooding. Install “Check Valves” in sewer traps to prevent floodwater from backing up into the drains of your home.

What should I pack in case of fire?

Emergency Supply Kit

• Face masks or coverings.
• Three-day supply of water (one gallon per person per day).
• Non-perishable food for all family members and pets (three-day supply).
• First aid kit.
• Flashlight, battery-powered radio, and extra batteries.
• An extra set of car keys, credit cards, cash or traveler’s checks.

What should not be done during floods?

• Ignore rumours, stay calm, don’t panic.

• Don’t enter floodwaters.

• Do not allow children to play in or near flood waters.

• Raise furniture, appliances on beds and tables.

• Keep cattle / animals in the shed and ensure their safety.

• Don’t leave the harvested produce in the open field.

What are the evacuation procedures?

Evacuation Procedures

• Activate the fire alarm.
• Call 911 immediately and provide information.
• Assist injured personnel or notify emergency responders of the medical emergency.
• Exit the building following emergency maps.
• Assist physically impaired individuals to a secure area and notify emergency responders.

What is the difference between a flood warning and a flash flood warning?

A Flash Flood Warning is issued for flooding that normally occurs within six hours of heavy or intense rainfall. An Areal Flood Warning is normally issued for flooding that develops more gradually, usually from prolonged and persistent moderate to heavy rainfall.