Flood Survival Tips | How To Survive Before, During, And After A Flood

Flood Safety Tips During an Evacuation

• If asked to evacuate, do so immediately.
• Make sure every person in your family has the same contact person (friend or family member) in case you should become separated during the evacuation.
• Listen to a battery-operated radio for evacuation instructions.
• Follow recommended evacuation routes.
• Leave early to avoid being trapped by flooded roadways.

After the Flood Survival Tips

25. Check the News

Listen to news updates for warning of water contamination and safety precautions against the spread of disease or social unrest.

26. Avoid Floodwaters

Floodwaters may have not yet receded in some areas so steer clear of these areas as they may be deep, muddy, or contaminated.

27. Keep Off of Flooded Roads

The road may have softened and could give in while you drive through it.

28. Enter Buildings with Caution

Take great caution when inspecting homes and buildings as there may be dangers lurking by.

29. Keep Your Home Clean

As we've stated, floodwater may be contaminated with sewage and chemicals.

Make sure to not only clean but disinfect your property or your things before you come into contact with them.

30. Avoid Electrical Wires

Keep away from electrical wires and knocked power lines — electrocution is often a major cause of death in floods.

It is also best to report the situation to authorities.

31. Check for Animals

Both dead and alive snakes and other dangerous animals may have been swept by the flood.

Exercise precaution when clearing up debris on your property.

32. Be Alert for Gas Leaks

Keeping flashlights handy is very important.

Avoid using matches or candles to inspect your place and use flashlights instead to avoid the risk of igniting a gas-contaminated area.

33. Report Damaged Sewage Systems

Whether in a flood or not, a broken-down sewage system poses serious health threats — more so after a flood.

Make sure to report the damaged sewage system to authorities.

34. Disinfect Everything

Flood survival is also about getting up and moving on. Floodwater can be contaminated and affect everything it came in contact with.

Clean up and disinfect everything you can still save before you use them.

Here’s an infographic guide. Don’t forget to download, save, or share this handy infographic for reference:

This video from Cars.com will show us some flood safety tips, especially how to survive a flood in a car:

There is no need to be reminded of the devastation caused by floods since they happen every year in our country.

Getting ready and armed with the proper flood survival know-how can mean the difference between survival and demise in this kind of natural disaster (or any other, for that matter).

Knowing flood survival tips and safety rules can lessen the impact of this natural disaster on you and your family. Whether a flood is coming, happening, or has passed, take heed of these flood safety tips to help you get through the ordeal.

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Editor’s Note: This post was originally published on August 3, 2018, and has been updated for quality and relevancy.