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During a flood, water levels and the rate at which the water is flowing can quickly change. Get to higher ground. Do not drive or walk into water. It only takes 6 inches of water to knock you off your feet. Stay informed by monitoring local radio and television for updates. weather.gov/flood #FloodSafety #FallSafety
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During a flood, water levels and the rate at which the water is flowing can quickly change. weather.gov/flood #FloodSafety #FallSafety
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NEVER drive around barricades into floodwaters! More than 50% of all flood fatalities are vehicle-related. It only takes 12 inches of fast-moving water to carry off a small car and 18 inches of water to sweep a larger vehicle away. Turn Around Don't Drown! tadd.weather.gov #FloodSafety #FallSafety
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Half of all flood fatalities are vehicle-related. Turn Around Don’t Drown! tadd.weather.gov #FloodSafety #FallSafety
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Don’t underestimate the power of water. It only takes 6 inches of fast-moving water to knock over and carry away an adult, and 12 inches to carry away a car. Turn Around Don’t Drown! tadd.weather.gov #FloodSafety #FallSafety
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Don’t underestimate the power of water. Turn Around Don’t Drown! tadd.weather.gov #FloodSafety #FallSafety
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NEVER drive or walk into floodwaters. It is impossible to know how deep the water is just by looking at it. Turn Around Don’t Drown! http://tadd.weather.gov #FloodSafety #FallSafety
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It is impossible to know how deep the water is just by looking at it. Turn Around Don’t Drown! http://tadd.weather.gov #FloodSafety
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Driving into floodwaters could be the last decision you ever make. Turn Around Don’t Drown! https://youtu.be/eI6mIlHKrVY #FloodSafety #FallSafety
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Driving into floodwaters could be the last decision you ever make. Turn Around Don’t Drown! https://youtu.be/eI6mIlHKrVY #FloodSafety
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A Flood Watch means BE PREPARED. When a Flood Watch is in effect, it means flooding is possible in your area. During a Watch, check the forecast regularly, and be prepared to move to higher ground. http://www.floodsafety.noaa.gov/watch_warning.shtml #FloodSafety #FallSafety
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A Flood Watch means BE PREPARED. http://www.floodsafety.noaa.gov/watch_warning.shtml #FloodSafety #FallSafety
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A Flood Warning means TAKE ACTION NOW! When a Warning occurs, it means flooding is imminent or already occurring. Move to higher ground immediately, and use extra caution if driving. http://www.floodsafety.noaa.gov/watch_warning.shtml #FloodSafety #FallSafety
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A Flood Warning means TAKE ACTION NOW! http://www.floodsafety.noaa.gov/watch_warning.shtml #FloodSafety #FallSafety
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Are you planning to camp or hike near a stream or river? Remember that it doesn’t have to rain directly over you for there to be flooding. If you notice even a slight rise in water level, seek higher ground immediately! http://www.floodsafety.noaa.gov/during.shtml #FloodSafety #FallSafety
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Thunderstorms far away can cause flooding downstream. http://www.floodsafety.noaa.gov/during.shtml #FloodSafety #FallSafety
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More than 50% of all flood fatalities are vehicle-related. You never know how deep the water is or if the road has been washed away or compromised beneath the water. Don’t risk driving into floodwaters. Turn Around Don’t Drown! tadd.weather.gov #FloodSafety #FallSafety
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Half of all flood fatalities is vehicle-related. Turn Around Don’t Drown! tadd.weather.gov #FloodSafety #FallSafety
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Flooding can occur during any time of the year. As a result, it’s always best to be prepared! To learn more about flooding and how you can prepare before it happens, visit weather.gov/flood. #FloodSafety #FallSafety
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Flooding can occur anytime of the year. Be prepared, visit weather.gov/flood #FloodSafety #FallSafety
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Debris flows often happen in areas where excessive rain causes soil to become so saturated it turns into very runny mud. The mud then races downhill, picking up debris such as fallen branches, tree trunks and rocks as it goes. Debris flows have been known to bury homes under piles of mud and debris. Know the risks of the area you live in so you can prepare your family and home before heavy rains threaten your area. http://www.floodsafety.noaa.gov/hazards.shtml #FloodSafety #FallSafety photo:FEMA
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Debris flows can bury homes under a pile of mud and debris. Learn more http://www.floodsafety.noaa.gov/hazards.shtml (photo: @fema)
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If you live, work or are spending recreational time outside near an area recently affected by a wildfire, keep in mind that it will not take much rainfall to cause flooding. Land that was recently burned by a wildfire is called a "burn scar", and when rain falls over a burn scar, the ground is unable to absorb much of the water, which often results in flash flooding.
http://www.floodsafety.noaa.gov/hazards.shtml #FloodSafety #FallSafety photo:FEMA
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Land burned by wildfire is at risk for flash flooding. http://www.floodsafety.noaa.gov/hazards.shtml #FloodSafety (photo: @fema)
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Six inches of swiftly moving water can knock an adult off his or her feet. Turn Around Don’t Drown! weather.gov/flood #FloodSafety #FallSafety
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Six inches of swiftly moving water can knock an adult off his or her feet. Turn Around Don’t Drown! #FloodSafety #FallSafety
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When you drive into floodwaters, you’re not only putting your own life at risk, but also the lives of the rescuers. It’s far better to be late to work or to an appointment and remain safe, than to take a risk and possibly lose your life. Turn Around Don’t Drown! weather.gov/flood #FloodSafety #FallSafety photo: FEMA
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You are putting your rescuers’ life at risk when you drive into floodwaters. weather.gov/flood #FloodSafety #FallSafety (photo: @fema)
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It's important to know what kind of flooding you can expect in your area of the country so that you know how to prepare. Visit http://www.floodsafety.noaa.gov/map.shtml to find out what kind of flooding could impact your home! #FloodSafety #FallSafety
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Know what kind of flooding you can expect in your area. http://www.floodsafety.noaa.gov/map.shtml #FloodSafety #FallSafety
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When disaster strikes, your family may not be together. It is important to plan in advance: how will you get to a safe place; how will you contact one another; how will you get back together; and what will you do in different situations. To find out how, visit https://www.ready.gov/make-a-plan #FloodSafety #FallSafety Photo: FEMA
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How will you stay in touch during a disaster? Make a plan! https://www.ready.gov/make-a-plan #FloodSafety #FallSafety(photo @fema)
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