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Why Preparing for Floods Matters
Flooding can happen suddenly, causing extensive damage to homes, property, and infrastructure. Being prepared reduces risks, protects lives, and minimizes costly damage. This guide offers essential steps to help you stay safe and ready when floodwaters rise.
Protect Lives and Safety
Preparation helps people respond quickly and avoid injuries.
Reduce Damage & Costs
Protecting property limits losses & costly replacement equipment.
Enable Faster Recovery
A solid plan shortens downtime and stress after the event.
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Before Before the Flood: Prep & Protection
Taking steps before a flood strikes can make all the difference in protecting your business, workforce, and critical assets. By planning ahead and putting key measures in place, you can reduce risk, respond quickly, and stay safer when waters rise.
Must-Have Supplies Before a Flood
Preparing Your Facility for Floods
Protect the buildings in your facility from flood damage by taking proactive steps that reduce risk and safeguard your property. Thorough preparation helps you respond quickly, minimizes potential damage, and keeps your furniture & equipment safer when waters rise.
Raise Panels & Utilities
Elevate electrical panels and utilities above potential flood levels.
Add Check Valves
Install check valves to prevent sewage backup.
Inspect and Clear Gutters, Drains, & Rooftops
Clean gutters & drains, and clear flat roofs to ensure proper drainage.
Place Sandbags & Barriers
Use sandbags or flood barriers around doors, low points, and large equipment.
Secure Outdoor Items
Secure outdoor items that could be swept away, lost, or damaged.
Creating a Flood Evacuation Plan
A comprehensive flood evacuation plan is key to keeping your employees safe when floodwaters rise. By identifying safe routes, setting meeting points, and establishing communication strategies, you can act quickly and confidently during an emergency.
Plan Evacuation Routes
Identify safe evacuation routes and shelters in your area.
Plan Communication
Plan how to communicate with managers & emergency coordinators during an emergency.
Run Emergency Drills
Practice drills to ensure everyone knows what to do.
Keep Your Vehicle Ready
Have mobile equipment & vehicles fueled & ready to move to higher ground or protected areas.
During During the Flood: Stay Safe
Follow safety guidelines to protect your employees & facility while floodwaters rise. Acting quickly & decisively can prevent injuries and minimize damage.
Safety Tips to Follow
During a flood, safety comes first. Rising water can create hidden dangers like strong currents, contaminated water, and electrical hazards. Stay alert, follow official updates, and use these safety tips to protect yourself and others until conditions improve.
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Never Enter Floodwaters
Avoid walking or driving through floodwaters. Just six inches of moving water can knock you down.
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Seek Higher Ground
Move to higher ground immediately.
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Follow Evacuation Orders
Follow official evacuation orders without delay.
4
Stay Informed
Stay informed through reliable sources like NOAA Weather Radio or emergency services.
After After the Flood: Recovery & Cleanup
Once floodwaters recede, it’s important to act safely and efficiently. Assess damage carefully, avoid hazards, and take steps to clean and restore your building & grounds while protecting your health and preventing further loss.
Tools & Supplies for Flood Recovery
Steps to Recover Safely
After a flood, recovery can feel overwhelming. With the right approach, you can regain control, reduce setbacks, and move forward with confidence. This section offers guidance to help you recover quickly and safely.
Wait for Clearance
Wait for authorities to declare it safe before returning to work.
Avoid Floodwater
Avoid contact with floodwater, it may be contaminated or carry an electrical current.
Record Damage
Document damage for insurance claims with photos, video, and notes.
Disinfect
Floodwater carries sewage, so clean and disinfect everything that got wet.
Inspect Structures
Check for structural damage before re-entering buildings.
Additional Resources & Expert Guides
Explore expert tips, step-by-step guides, and helpful resources to strengthen your flood preparedness. From safety checklists to recovery strategies, these materials give your business the knowledge needed to protect your workforce and safeguard operations.
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