Flood Safety Tips

6/5/2020 (Permalink)

Flood Safety Tips

It's common to see a storm with heavy down pours of rain causing flooding in the most protected neighborhoods. Do you know what to do during a flood? SERVPRO of Harlingen & San Benito has a few tips for you to follow in case an event was to happen:

Be prepared, created an evacuation plan

Learn and identify different evacuation route to be able to evacuate quickly

If public transportation is relied on, contact the local emergency management for evacuation information.

Turn Around, Don't Drown! Moving water above two feet can knock you down, one foot of water can move vehicles away.

Move to higher ground if there is a chance of flash flooding. 

If told to evacuate, do so immediately. Never drive around barricades. Local responders use them for safely direct traffic out of flooded areas.

If trapped in a building, then go to its highest level. Do not  climb into a closed attic. You may become trapped by rising floodwater. Go on the roof only if necessary. Once there, signal for help.

Be Safe After

Listen to authorities for information and instructions. Return home only when authorities say it is safe.

Avoid driving, except in emergencies.

Snakes and other animals may be in your house. Wear heavy gloves and boots during cleanup.

Be aware of the risk of electrocution. Do Not touch electrical 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 contaminated. Underground or down power lines can also electrically charge the water.

Use a generator or other gasoline powered machinery. Only outdoors and away from windows.

Driving during high rain falls can be extremely dangerous. Stay updated by checking service announcements through the National Weather Service.

For more information about flooding visit  https://www.ready.gov/floods. Be proactive and create an evacuation plan to keep safe. It is very important to stay up to date when it comes to natural disasters. SERVPRO of Harlingen & San Benito values our community, we are here to help when disaster strikes!

SERVPRO Of Harlingen & San Benito specialized in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a flood or water damage event. Our Staff is highly trained in property damage restoration. Call us At (956)277-0645