It is important for every member of your household to be aware of what to do in the event of a flood or flash flood. It may be helpful to have your family take this test together and then discuss the answers. Just circle the correct response for each question. Answers are at the end of this document.
Floods usually take several days or so to develop.
If you are stranded without a radio, there are certain indicators that can tell you if a flash flood is coming towards you before it hits. In the event you are forced to evacuate your home because of rising waters, the best time to fill your car with gas is after you get out of town. After a flood, it is a good idea to shut off the main water valve to help prevent contaminated water from possibly reaching your hot water heater. Electrical appliances and equipment submerged in flood waters should be dried and cleaned before you use or operate them again. One of the more dangerous areas for a flash flood is along a mountainside region recently affected by a forest fire or land slide.