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Most flood fatalities occur in vehicles, and it only takes 12 inches of water to sweep a car away. Sometimes the difference between life and death are small decisions. Small decisions like turning around and not driving through a flooded roadway, not driving around barricades, and delaying travel until conditions improve, can make a big impact on whether you keep your car...or even your life. Turn Around, Don’t Drown. weather.gov/safety/flood
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Most flood fatalities occur in vehicles, and it only takes 12 inches of water to sweep a car away. Sometimes the difference between life and death are small decisions. weather.gov/safety/flood #WeatherReady
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What does being Weather-Ready look like? When it comes to flood safety, it means knowing to never drive around barricades or through flooded roads -- the cause of most flood fatalities. Learn more flood safety tips at weather.gov/safety/flood
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What does being #WeatherReady look like? When it comes to flood safety, it means knowing to never drive around barricades or through flooded roads -- the cause of most flood fatalities. Learn more flood safety tips at weather.gov/safety/flood
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We apologize in advance for this jingle getting stuck in your head, but we’d do anything to help you remember to Turn Around, Don’t Drown. weather.gov/flood
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We apologize in advance for this jingle getting stuck in your head, but we’d do anything to help you remember to #TurnAroundDontDrown weather.gov/flood #WeatherReady
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The term 500-year flood doesn’t necessarily mean that it’s only going to happen one time every 500 years. Rather, it’s a reference to the probability of occurrence. youtu.be/eQFyaXDH42U
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The term 500-year flood doesn’t necessarily mean that it’s only going to happen one time every 500 years. Rather, it’s a reference to the probability of occurrence. youtu.be/eQFyaXDH42U #WeatherReady
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"I would have surely lost the vehicle and maybe our lives...just saying 'Turn Around Don't Drown' saved life and property."
You never know if the road is even below that muddy water anymore. weather.gov/safety/flood-turn-around-dont-drown
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"I would have surely lost the vehicle and maybe our lives...just saying 'Turn Around Don't Drown' saved life and property."
You never know if the road is even below that muddy water anymore. weather.gov/safety/flood-turn-around-dont-drown #WeatherReady
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Water is essential for life on Earth. But in large enough quantities, the very substance we drink and use to grow crops can destroy homes, businesses, and cause fatalities. Learn all about the science of river flooding in the infographic below, and visit weather.gov/safety/flood for flood safety tips.
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Learn all about the science of river flooding with this graphic, and visit weather.gov/safety/flood for flood safety tips. #WeatherReady
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Play in the pool, not in floodwaters! Floodwaters can contain harmful chemicals and objects that could harm you or make you sick.
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Play in the pool, not in floodwaters! Floodwaters can contain harmful chemicals and objects that could harm you or make you sick. #WeatherReady
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Heavy rainfall can bring a danger of flash flooding, but sometimes even light/moderate rainfall can trigger dangerous floods. Dry streambeds can become raging torrents in minutes with no rain in sight! Stay safe from floodwaters and learn more at weather.gov/safety/flood
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Heavy rainfall can bring a danger of flash flooding, but sometimes even light/moderate rainfall can trigger dangerous floods. Dry streambeds can become raging torrents in minutes with no rain in sight! Stay safe from floodwaters and learn more at weather.gov/safety/flood #WeatherReady
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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. weather.gov/safety/flood-watch-warning
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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. weather.gov/safety/flood-watch-warning #WeatherReady
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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/safety/flood
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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. weather.gov/safety/flood #WeatherReady
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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! weather.gov/safety/flood-turn-around-dont-drown
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NEVER drive around barricades into floodwaters! Most 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! weather.gov/safety/flood-turn-around-dont-drown
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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 small car. Turn Around Don’t Drown! weather.gov/safety/flood-turn-around-dont-drown
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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 small car. Turn Around Don’t Drown! weather.gov/safety/flood-turn-around-dont-drown #WeatherReady
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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! weather.gov/safety/flood-turn-around-dont-drown
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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! weather.gov/safety/flood-turn-around-dont-drown #WeatherReady
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Driving into floodwaters could be the last decision you ever make. Turn Around Don’t Drown! https://youtu.be/eI6mIlHKrVY
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Driving into floodwaters could be the last decision you ever make. Turn Around Don’t Drown! https://youtu.be/eI6mIlHKrVY #WeatherReady
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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 Flood Watch, check the forecast regularly, and be prepared to move to higher ground. weather.gov/safety/flood-watch-warning
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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 Flood Watch, check the forecast regularly, and be prepared to move to higher ground. weather.gov/safety/flood-watch-warning #WeatherReady
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A Flood Warning means TAKE ACTION NOW! When a Flood Warning is issued, it means flooding is imminent or already occurring. Move to higher ground immediately, and use extra caution if driving. weather.gov/safety/flood-watch-warning
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A Flood Warning means TAKE ACTION NOW! When a Flood Warning is issued, it means flooding is imminent or already occurring. Move to higher ground immediately, and use extra caution if driving. weather.gov/safety/flood-watch-warning #WeatherReady
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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! weather.gov/safety/flood-during
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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! weather.gov/safety/flood-during #WeatherReady
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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! weather.gov/safety/flood-turn-around-dont-drown
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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! weather.gov/safety/flood-turn-around-dont-drown #WeatherReady
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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/safety/flood.
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Flooding can occur any time of the year. Be prepared, visit weather.gov/safety/flood #WeatherReady
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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 can bury homes under piles of mud and debris. Know the risks of the area where you live, so you can prepare your family and home before heavy rains threaten your area. weather.gov/safety/flood-hazards photo:FEMA
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Debris flows can bury homes under a pile of mud and debris. Learn more: weather.gov/safety/flood-hazards (photo: @fema) #WeatherReady
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If you live, work, or spend 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.
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Land burned by wildfire is at risk for flash flooding. weather.gov/safety/flood-hazards (photo: @fema) #WeatherReady
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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/safety/flood
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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/safety/flood #WeatherReady
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When you drive into floodwaters, you’re not only putting your own life at risk, but also the lives of your rescuers. It’s far better to be late and remain safe than to take a risk and possibly lose your life. Turn Around Don’t Drown! weather.gov/safety/flood photo: FEMA
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You are putting your rescuers’ lives at risk when you drive into floodwaters. weather.gov/safety/flood (photo: @fema) #WeatherReady
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It's important to know what kind of flooding you can expect in your area so that you know how to prepare. Visit weather.gov/safety/flood-map to find out what kind of flooding could impact your home!
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Know what kind of flooding you can expect in your area. weather.gov/safety/flood-map #WeatherReady
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Your family may not be together when a disaster strikes so it is important to plan in advance. How will you get to a safe place? How will you contact one another? How and where will you get back together? What will you do in different situations? To find out how, visit ready.gov/make-a-plan
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How will you stay in touch during a disaster? Make a plan! ready.gov/make-a-plan #WeatherReady
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