A flood warning means flooding is already occurring or will occur soon in your area. If you hear about a flash flood watch for your area, it s a good idea to stay on high ground. If you hear a flash flood warning , climb to higher ground immediately. Leave your car, camping gear, or other belongings where they are. You may have only minutes to escape.
Flash floods can happen without warning.
If you hear a rumbling sound, if animals are running away from where your are, or if you feel the ground shaking, climb to higher ground immediately. Drowning is the number one cause of flood deaths. Most of these drownings occur during flash floods. Six inches of moving water can knock you off your feet. Use a pole or stick to make sure that the ground is still there before you go through an area where the water is not flowing.