STATEWIDE - Learn your vulnerability to flooding by determining
the elevation of your property. Evaluate your insurance
coverage; as construction grows around areas, floodplains
change. If you are in a flood area, consider what mitigation
measure you can do in advance. In highly flood-prone areas, keep
materials on hand like sandbags, plywood, plastic sheeting,
plastic garbage bags, lumber, shovels, work boots and gloves.
Call your local emergency management agency to learn how to
construct proper protective measures around your home. Be aware
of streams, drainage channels and areas known to flood, so you
or your evacuation routes are not cut off. Avoid driving into
water of unknown depth. Moving water can quickly sweep your
vehicle away. Restrict children from playing in flooded areas.
Test drinking water for potability; wells should be pumped out
and the water tested before drinking. Do not use fresh food that
has come in contact with floodwaters. Wash canned goods that
come in contact with floodwaters with