Check for cracks in your chimney or stove pipe. Listen for emergency public information on your EAS radio or TV station. In 1903, the most devastating flash flood in Oregon history killed 250 people in Heppner. Today, Heppner has a sophisticated flash flood alerting system, but that is not the case everywhere. Flash floods often occur in mountain canyons and valleys.
Flash floods can pick up cars, campers and mobile homes, roll large boulders and topple trees.
Roads and bridges can be destroyed quickly. Watch for thunderstorms. Keep an eye on rivers and streams. What to do in case of a flash flood In town, keep away from storm drains and streams. In the suburbs and rural areas, don't let children play in irrigation ditches, dry stream beds or other waterways.