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No region is safe from flooding. All 50 states are subject to flash floods.[1]
Flash floods can bring walls of water from 10 to 20 feet high.[2]
A car can be taken away in as little as 2 feet of water.[3]
To stay safe during a flood, go to the highest ground of floor possible. If your skin comes in contact with flood water, make sure to wash it with soap and disinfected water because the contents are unknown.[4]
Flooding is caused by spring thawing (snow and frozen grounds melting in the spring), heavy rains, snow melt runoffs, flash floods, and mudflows.[5]
Floods are the most widespread natural disaster aside from wildfires. 90% of all U.S. natural disasters declared by the President involve some sort of flooding.[6]
In preparation for a flood, it is important to stock up on first aid items, non-perishable foods, 3 gallons of water per person for 3 days, battery operated radio for weather reports, extra batteries, personal hygiene necessities.[7]
Based on Floodsmart, a 2,000 square foot home undergoing 12” of water damage could cost more than $50,000.[8]
Since flood damage is almost never covered by homeowners insurance, flood insurance is important for people living in high-risk flood zones.[9]
To stay safe during a flood, go to the highest ground of floor possible. If your skin comes in contact with flood water, make sure to wash it with soap and disinfected water because the contents are unknown.[10]
Communities particularly at risk are those located in low-lying areas, near water, or downstream from a dam.[11]