Calcasieu Parish Flooding Flooding Flooding is a very common weather event that can cause a serious disaster. Any area can flood, even high ground. Even renters are eligible for flood insurance Move furniture and valuables to higher floors as flood waters rise Keep the car gas tank filled in case you need to evacuate Stay informed about weather conditions.
Flash flooding can occur in only minutes.
Your local weather stations or a NOAA Weather Radio are excellent sources of information Do not drive through flooded roadways. Follow the instructions given by emergency officials. If told to evacuate, do so After a flood Do not eat or drink anything that has come into contact with the flood water Follow emergency officials' instructions on safe water consumption. You may have to boil your water. Clean and have electrical equipment checked before using.