Dawni Allen Walden University

 Residents living in Texas  Families in Texas  Any Individual Visiting or Vacationing in Texas Long term

 Floods are responsible for an estimated 140 deaths each year  Floods cost an estimated $6 billion in damages every year  Floods are the #1 killer out of any storm related disaster, they are even more lethal than tornadoes  Floods can occur any time of the year or day, their risk is present almost anywhere Acquired from: National Weather Service. (2008). Flood safety. Retrieved October 5, 2009, from & United States Geological Survey. (2006). Flood hazards- a national threat. Retrieved October 5, 2009, from

 Flash Flood  Coastal Flood  River Floods  Urban Floods Acquired from: Flood Site. (2008). Flood types. Retrieved October 12, 2009, from

 Heavy Rainfall  Run off from Deep Snow Cover  Frozen Soil  Over Saturated Soil  River Swell from Heavy Rain  Coastal Flooding from Sea Swells and Large Waves  Urbanization  Deforestation  Soil Type  Construction Failures in Dams, Levies, Reservoirs, etc. Acquired from: Flood Site. (2008). Flood types. Retrieved October 12, 2009, from

 Texas has been ranked number 1 in deaths 21 out of 36 years  Flood Fatalities in the U.S. from TEXAS CALIFORNIA SOUTH DAKOTA VIRGINIA WEST VIRGINIA 240 Acquired from: Flood Safety. (n.d.). Flood damage and fatality statistics. Retrieved October 5, 2009, from

Flash Flood Alley Flash Flood Alley The National Weather Service has named Central Texas as the most flash flood prone in the United States. There have been 4,722 flash floods in Texas from Central Texas has been named the Flash Flood Alley Used with Permission by: Flood Site. (2008). Flood types. Retrieved October 12, 2009, from ypes.html ypes.html

 76% of deaths are vehicle-related  6 inches of moving water will knock a person over. Used with Permission from: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. (2006). Flood safety. Retrieved October 12, 2009, from

 Two feet of water will carry away almost any vehicle  SUVs and Trucks are just as likely to be swept away as Sedans Acquired from: National Weather Service. (2008). Flood safety. Retrieved October 5, 2009, from odsafety odsafety Used with Permission from: National Weather Service. (2008). Flood safety. Retrieved October 5, 2009, from

 Understand Weather Advisories and Warning Systems  Participate in Local Community Emergency Drills and Evacuation Procedures  Protect your Property with Flood Insurance  Identify your risk Level, Prepare, and Implement an Emergency Plan Acquired from: American Red Cross. (2009). Preparedness fast facts: floods. Retrieved October 12, 2009, from

 Find out if your home is in a flood prone area by contacting the local county geologist or county planning department  Become familiar with emergency programs and warning systems in your community  Identify evacuation routes and disaster shelters in your area Acquired from: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2009). Key facts about flood rediness. Retrieved October 12, 2009, from

 Flood/Flash Flood Watch —Flooding or flash flooding is possible in your area.  Flood/Flash Flood Warning —Flooding or flash flooding is already occurring or will occur soon in your area. American Red Cross. (2009). Preparedness fast facts: floods. Retrieved October 12, 2009, from 030f3870aRCRD f3870aRCRD

 Prepare a Family Disaster Plan Acquired from: Texas Department of Health and Human Services. (2007). Learn about preparedness. Retrieved October 12, 2009, from Used with permission from: American Red Cross.(2009). Disaster kit. Retrieved October 20, 2009, from 177&Category_Code=disasterkit

 Create and Emergency Disaster Kit Emergency Disaster kit Flashlights with Extra Batteries & Waterproof Matches Red Cross Approved First Aid Kit & Backup Supply of any Vital Prescriptions 3 Day Supply of Water, 2 gallons per person per day 3 Day supply of Nonperishable Food Items Portable battery Powered Radio & Whistle Pet Food, Leash or Carrier & Photo of Pet Hand Sanitizer, Baby Wipes, Plastic Bags & basic Repair Items Acquired from: Texas Department of Health and Human Services. (2007). Learn about preparedness. Retrieved October 12, 2009, from

 Watch or Listen to Weather Reports for Updates and Warnings  Move Immediately to Higher Ground if Flooding is Imminent  Know What Areas Near You are Prone to Flooding  Evacuate  Never Drive or Walk Through Flooded Areas  6 inches of moving water will knock down an adult and reach the bottom of most cars causing stalling  12 inches of moving water will float a vehicle

 Make Your Vehicle is full of Gas  Move Belongings to Attic or Second Level  Pack Essential Documents such as Id’s and Insurance Cards in Water Proof Bags  Make sure Emergency Kit is Packed and Water Bottles are Filled  Secure Outdoor Furniture or Items  Listen for Warnings, Sirens, or Evacuation Orders Acquired from: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2009). Key facts about flood readiness. Retrieved October 12, 2009, from

 Take Only Essential Items  Turn off Gas and Electricity if time permits  Disconnect Appliances if time permits  Follow the Evacuation Route and be patient and prepared for traffic and congestion  Never Drive or Walk Through Moving Water Acquired from: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2009). Key facts about flood readiness. Retrieved October 12, 2009, from

 Prevent Illness & Injury  Return Home Safely  Clean Up

 Contaminated Water & Food  Infected Wounds or Injuries  Wildlife Seeking Shelter  Carbon Monoxide Poisoning  Unstable Buildings or Structures  Electrical Hazards Acquired from: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2008). Clean up safely after a disaster. Retrieved October 12, 2009, from

 Drive Slowly & Safely Back to Your Home  Never Enter a Home if You Smell Gas  Wear Waterproof Gloves & Boots  Clean Your Home to Prevent Mold  Never mix Bleach & Ammonia Acquired from: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2008). Clean up safely after a disaster. Retrieved October 12, 2009, from

 Remove Items that Have Become Wet or Damaged  Open Doors & Windows  If You Have Electricity plug in Humidifiers and Fans  Use Wet/Dry Shop Vacuums to Remove any Standing Water  Clean Surfaces with a mixture of Bleach & Water  Clean Air Conditioning Units Before Use Acquired from: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2008). Clean up safely after a disaster. Retrieved October 12, 2009, from

 Websites Make a Family Plan- Make a Disaster Kit- See if You live in a Flood Prone Area-

 l/en/student/thingstoknow/geography/risk1. html l/en/student/thingstoknow/geography/risk1. html  atistics.htm atistics.htm  il=2 il=2

 More Websites  s/landing_pages/landing_noaa.jsp?WT.mc_id =FEMA_NOAA s/landing_pages/landing_noaa.jsp?WT.mc_id =FEMA_NOAA  ps-resources.shtml ps-resources.shtml  ssessment/drought_assessment.shtml

 American Red Cross. (2009). Preparedness fast facts: floods. Retrieved October 12, 2009, from VgnVCM f3870aRCRD. VgnVCM f3870aRCRD  Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2009). Floods. Retrieved October 12, 2009, from  Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2009). Key facts about flood readiness. Retrieved October 12, 2009, from  Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2008). Clean up safely after a disaster. Retrieved October 12, 2009, from  Federal Emergency Management Agency. (2009). Flood. Retrieved November 5, 2009, from  Flood Safety. (n.d.). Flood damage and fatality statistics. Retrieved October 5, 2009, from  Flood Safety. (n.d.). Geography. Retrieved November 5, 2009, from  Flood Site. (2008). Flood types. Retrieved October 12, 2009, from  National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. (2006). Flood safety. Retrieved October 12, 2009, from  National Weather Service. (2008). Flood safety. Retrieved October 5, 2009, from  Texas Department of Health and Human Services. (2007). Learn about preparedness. Retrieved October 12, 2009, from  United States Geological Survey. (2006). Flood hazards- a national threat. Retrieved October 5, 2009, from  Wilson, S., Temple, B., Milliron, M., Vazquez, C., Packard, D. & Rudy, B. (2008). The Lack of Disaster Preparedness by the Public and it's Affect on Communities. The Internet Journal of Rescue and Disaster Medicine 7(2). Retrieved October 5, 2009, from le/the_lack_of_disaster_preparedness_by_the_public_and_it_s_affect_on_communities.html. le/the_lack_of_disaster_preparedness_by_the_public_and_it_s_affect_on_communities.html