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Listen to your local radio or TV station for information and
advice.
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Do not
drive through a flooded area or around barricades. Go
another way.
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If your car
stalls in rising waters, leave it immediately and climb to
higher ground.
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Don't walk
through flooded areas. As little as six inches of moving
water can knock you off your feet.
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Stay away
from downed power fines and electrical wires. Electrocution
is another major source of deaths in floods. Electric
current passes easily through water.
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Look out
for animals - especially snakes. Animals lose their homes in
floods, too. They may seek shelter in yours.
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If the
waters start to rise inside your house before you are able
to leave, go to the second floor, the attic, and if
necessary, the roof.
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Take dry
clothing, a flashlight and a portable radio with you. Then,
wait for help.
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Don't try
to swim to safety; wait for rescuers to come to you.
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If
outdoors, climb to high ground and stay there.
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