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    This document provides guidance on flood management before, during, and after a flood. Before a flood, one should prepare an emergency kit, monitor for weather alerts, and elevate utilities if in a high flood risk area. During a flood, stay indoors and listen to instructions, and never drive into flood waters. After a flood, stay away from damaged areas, return home only when authorities say it's safe, and watch for flood debris and weakened infrastructure. It also outlines health and safety tips after a flood, such as avoiding floodwaters, cleaning items that got wet, resting, and seeking emotional support.

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    This document provides guidance on flood management before, during, and after a flood. Before a flood, one should prepare an emergency kit, monitor for weather alerts, and elevate utilities if in a high flood risk area. During a flood, stay indoors and listen to instructions, and never drive into flood waters. After a flood, stay away from damaged areas, return home only when authorities say it's safe, and watch for flood debris and weakened infrastructure. It also outlines health and safety tips after a flood, such as avoiding floodwaters, cleaning items that got wet, resting, and seeking emotional support.

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    This document provides guidance on flood management before, during, and after a flood. Before a flood, one should prepare an emergency kit, monitor for weather alerts, and elevate utilities if in a high flood risk area. During a flood, stay indoors and listen to instructions, and never drive into flood waters. After a flood, stay away from damaged areas, return home only when authorities say it's safe, and watch for flood debris and weakened infrastructure. It also outlines health and safety tips after a flood, such as avoiding floodwaters, cleaning items that got wet, resting, and seeking emotional support.

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    Disaster Preparedness)

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    Princess Malaluan
    This document provides guidance on flood management before, during, and after a flood. Before a flood, one should prepare an emergency kit, monitor for weather alerts, and elevate utilities if in a high flood risk area. During a flood, stay indoors and listen to instructions, and never drive into flood waters. After a flood, stay away from damaged areas, return home only when authorities say it's safe, and watch for flood debris and weakened infrastructure. It also outlines health and safety tips after a flood, such as avoiding floodwaters, cleaning items that got wet, resting, and seeking emotional support.

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    FLOOD MANAGEMENT

    Before
    • To prepare for a flood, you should:
    • Build an emergency kit and make a family communications plan
    • Monitor the news for weather if your school or place of work is at risk of flooding.
    • Elevate the furnace, water heater and electric panel in your home if you live in an area that has a
    high flood risk.
    • Consider installing "check valves" to prevent flood water from backing up into the drains of your
    home.
    • Find alternate routes to important locations.
    • Make family communication plan
    • If evacuation orders are issued in advance, follow them
    During
    • If a flood is likely in your area, you should:
    • Stay indoors and listen to the radio or television for information.
    • Be aware that flash flooding can occur. If there is any possibility of a flash flood, move
    immediately to higher ground. Do not wait for instructions to move.
    • Be aware of stream, drainage channels, and other areas known to flood suddenly. Flash floods can
    occur in these areas with or without typical warnings such as rain clouds or heavy rain.
    • Never drive or work into flood waters
    • If you must prepare to evacuate, you should do the following:
    • Secure your home. If you have time, bring in outdoor furniture. Move essential items to an upper
    floor.
    • Turn off utilities at the main switches or valves if instructed to do so. Disconnect electrical
    appliances. Do not touch electrical equipment if you are wet or standing in water.
    After
    • Your home has been flooded. Although floodwaters may be down in some areas, many dangers
    still exist. Here are some things to remember in the days ahead:
    • Stay away from damaged areas unless your assistance has been specifically requested by police,
    fire, or relief organization.
    • Emergency workers will be assisting people in flooded areas. You can help them by staying off
    the roads and out of the way.
    • Play it safe. Additional flooding or flash floods can occur. Listen for local warnings and
    information. If your car stalls in rapidly rising waters, get out immediately and climb to higher
    ground.
    • Return home only when authorities indicate it is safe.
    • Roads may still be closed because they have been damaged or are covered by water. Barricades
    have been placed for your protection. If you come upon a barricade or a flooded road, go another
    way.
    • Stay on firm ground. Moving water only 6 inches deep can sweep you off your feet. Standing
    water may be electrically charged from underground or downed power lines.
    • Flooding may have caused familiar places to change. Floodwaters often erode roads and
    walkways. Flood debris may hide animals and broken bottles, and it's also slippery. Avoid
    walking or driving through it.
    • Be aware of areas where floodwaters have receded. Roads may have weakened and could
    collapse under the weight of a car.
    • Stay out of any building if it is surrounded by floodwaters.
    • Use extreme caution when entering buildings; there may be hidden damage, particularly in
    foundations.
    • Contact your loved ones via text or social media to keep phones lines clear.

    Staying healthy
    • A flood can cause physical hazards and emotional stress. You need to look after yourself and
    your family as you focus on cleanup and repair.
    • Avoid floodwaters; water may be contaminated by oil, gasoline or raw sewage.
    • Service damaged septic tanks, cesspools, pits and leaching systems as soon as possible. Damaged
    sewer systems are serious health hazards.
    • Listen for news reports to learn whether the community's water supply is safe to drink.
    • Clean and disinfect everything that got wet. Mudleft from floodwaters can contain sewage and
    chemicals.
    • Rest often and eat well.
    • Keep a manageable schedule. Make a list and do jobs one at a time.
    • Discuss your concerns with others and seek help. Contact Red Cross for information on
    emotional support available in your area.

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