Do you know the terms used by experts for impending floods?

Flood Watch:

Flooding is possible. Tune in to National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Weather Radio, commercial radio, or television for further information.

Flash Flood Watch:

Flash flooding is possible. Be prepared to move to higher ground,and tune in to the radio/TV.

Flood Warning:

Flooding is occurring or will soon occur; if you are told to evacuate, do so immediately.

Flash Flood Warning:

A flash flood is occurring; seek higher ground immediately.

Driving Flood Facts

The following are important points to remember when driving in flood conditions:

• Six inches of water reaches the bottom of most passenger cars and can cause loss of control and possible stalling.
• Twelve inches of water will float many vehicles.
• Two feet of rushing water can carry away most vehicles (including sport utility vehicles (SUVs) and pickups).

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