- FILL CAR WITH GAS.
In case you have to evacuate.
- STORE EXTRA WATER AND FOOD.
(nonperishable) in case supermarkets are closed or water is contaminated.
- HAVE A PORTABLE RADIO,
extra batteries, flashlights and candles handy in case of power failure.
CHOOSE A SAFE AREA IN ADVANCE
in case you must flee.
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- AT HOME
If you're on high ground, stay inside. Listen to radio/TV. If advised to evacuate, turn off electricity, gas, water. Lock house.
- WHEN EVACUATING,
Follow official instructions. Listen to radio/TV for recommended routes. Bring important papers, medication etc. Watch out for washouts, fallen wires etc.
Drive slowly in water; abandon vehicle if water is too high. If on foot, don't cross flooded areas if water is above ankles.
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- can occur anywhere when it rains - WITH LITTLE OR NO WARNING.
- KEEP INFORMED
Listen to weather reports and bulletins. Watch out for rising rivers and streams.
- HAVE A PLAN
Keep away from waterways during heavy rain. Know how to get to high ground fast.
- ACT AT ONCE
When authorities tell you to leave - GO!
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