Do not drive through flooded intersections. Street flooding makes ditches hard to see. Another important reason for avoiding flooded intersections is the potential damage to your car. This water can ruin your engine quickly. The number two cause of death in floods is electrocution.
Water is an excellent conductor of electricity.
Some electrical devices store electricity even after they are unplugged and are potentially dangerous. In case of a flood you should turn off your gas. Flooding leaves trash including broken glass, nails, and mud. Our floodplains provide natural buffers for reducing flood damage and are important habitat for many diverse species of wildlife. The Upper Hillsborough River and its tributaries are now Outstanding Florida Waters and are protected to ensure their continued usefulness for both the citizens of Tampa and the environment of Florida.