You can protect yourself from flood losses by purchasing flood insurance through the National Flood Insurance Program. Home owner policies do not cover flood damage. Contact your local insurance agent for further information.
Floods can take several hours or days to develop, so stay tuned to the local news.
Before A Flood Prepare a Family Disaster Plan Store important documents and valuables in a safe place. Kit Red Cross Disaster Supply kit Canned food and manual can opener Drinking water Flashlights and extra batteries. Rubber boots and gloves Map showing evacuation route. Write instructions on how and when to turn off your utilities. During A Flood Head for high ground.