These usually provide a couple days lead time before flooding reaches our area and local weather forecasts will include this information along with predicted flood heights. Drowning is the number one cause of flood deaths, mostly during flash floods. Currents can be deceptive, six inches of moving water can knock you off your feet. If you walk in standing water use a pole or stick to ensure the ground is still there. Do not drive through a flooded area.
More people drown in their cars than anywhere else.
Don't drive around road barriers because the road or bridge may be washed out. Stay away from power lines and electrical wires. The number two flood killer after drowning is electrocution. Electrical current can travel through water. Report downed power lines to the power company.