PREPARATION FOR FLOOD

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A flood is an overflow of water on normally dry ground. This is most commonly due to an overflowing river, a dam break, snowmelt, or heavy rainfall. Less commonly happening are tsunamis, storm surge, or coastal flooding.

The most deadly flooding was in 1931 in China and killed between 2,000,000 and 4,000,000 people.

Before Floods

  • We aware of the flood season and get information about the affected areas.
  • Avoid building in flood-prone areas unless you elevate and reinforce your home.
  • Elevate the furnace, water heater, and electric panel if susceptible to flooding.
  • Contact community officials to find out if they are planning to construct barriers (levees, beams, and floodwalls) to stop floodwater from entering the homes in your area.
  • Seal the walls in your basement with waterproofing compounds to avoid seepage.


When a flood is likely to hit

  • Don’t get panic, be calm, and avoid the rumors. 
  • Keep your mobile phones charged for emergency communication; use SMS.
  • Listen to the radio, watch TV, read newspapers for weather updates
  • Keep cattle/animals untied to ensure their safety
  • Prepare an emergency kit with essential items for safety and survival
  • Keep your documents and valuables in waterproof bags.




During Floods


  • Don't enter floodwaters. In case you need to, wear suitable footwear
  • Stay away from sewerage lines, gutters, drains, culverts, etc.
  • Stay away from electric poles and fallen power lines to avoid electrocution
  • Eat freshly cooked or dry food. Keep your food covered
  • Drink boiled/chlorinated water
  • Use disinfectants to keep your surroundings clean

After Floods


  • Do not allow children to play in or near floodwaters. Don't use any damaged electrical goods, get them checked
  • Watch out for broken electric poles and wires, sharp objects and debris
  • Do not eat food that has been in floodwaters
  • Use mosquito nets to prevent malaria

If you need to evacuate

  • Raise furniture, appliances on beds and Tables
  • Turn off power and gas connection
  • Move to a higher ground/ safe shelter
  • Take the emergency kit, first aid box, and valuables with you
  • Do not enter deep, unknown waters; use a stick to check water depth
  • Come back home only when officials ask you to do so
 Have a disaster emergency kit ready


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