If it has been raining hard for several hours, or steadily raining for several days, be alert to the possibility of a flood. Listen to local radio, or television for flood information. Floods can take several hours to days to develop.
Flash floods can take only a few minutes to a few hours to develop.
Check your homeowner's or renter's insurance to see if it covers flooding. If not, find out how to get flood insurance. Keep insurance policies, documents, and other valuables in a safe-deposit box. Assemble a Disaster Supplies Kit containing. Battery powered radio, flashlight, and extra batteries.