FLOODING AWARENESS

City Of League City Government

FLOODING AWARENESS
Severe weather week focuses on flooding and flash flooding, which unfortunately we are very familiar with in Southeast Texas.
Water is POWERFUL and during a flood, water levels and the rate water is flowing can QUICKLY change.
If your area is experiencing flash flooding or heavy rainfall, be sure to follow these safety tips:
-Never drive into flooded roadways or around barricades.
​It only takes 6 inches of moving water to knock over an adult, 12 inches to carry away a car, and 18-24 inches to carry away almost any large vehicle.
-Do not play in flood waters as there are likely pollutants, debris, and wildlife in the waters. There is also the chance of electrocution if there is submerged electrical equipment.
-If flood waters are quickly approaching you, be sure to get to higher ground. In extreme cases where flood waters are getting into your house, do not climb into your attic, but get onto your roof where rescuers will get to you easier.
Do you know the difference between a Flood Warning and a Flood Watch?
A flood warning means TAKE ACTION.
A flood watch means BE PREPARED.
When a Warning occurs, it means flooding is imminent or already occurring. When a Flood Watch is in effect, it means flooding is possible in your area.
Learn more flood safety tips at www.weather.gov/safety/flood