Flash Flood Safety Rules

• Get out of areas subject to flooding. This includes dips, low spots, canyons, washes, etc.
• Avoid already flooded and high velocity flow areas. Do not try to cross a flowing stream on foot where water is above your knees.
• If driving, know the depth of the water in a dip before crossing. The road bed may not be intact under the water.
• If the vehicle stalls, abandon it immediately and seek higher ground. Rapidly rising water may engulf the vehicle and its occupants and sweep them away.
• Be cautious especially at night when it is harder to recognize flood dangers.
• During any flood emergency, stay tuned to your weather radio, commercial radio, or television. Information from the national weather service and disaster and emergency services may save your life.