PREPARING IN ADVANCE FOR FLOODING

Keep a battery-powered radio tuned to a local station, and follow the emergency instructions from local officials

• If your home or business is located in a known floodplain, consider moving everything of value to a safe level.
• Prepare for possible basement flooding, even if it has not flooded before. Check sump pump by lifting float switch. Move anything of value to a higher level ahead of time. Do not wade in a flooded basement in bare feet.
• Clean downspouts in advance, so there is an unobstructed flow of water, directed away from the foundation of your house.
• Clear out storm drains near your home to keep runoff unobstructed.

POWER FAILURE… Assume there will be a loss of power for a period of time.

• Arrange for emergency lighting that is battery powered. Do NOT rely on candles as these create a fire hazard.
• Generators should only be used with adequate ventilation.

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