Flood Preparation and Preparedness
Floods are among the most frequent and costly natural disasters. We've already seen too many emergency flooding situations this year. Heavy or steady rain for several hours or days, that saturates the ground, can easily lead to flooding. Flash floods occur suddenly due to rapidly rising water along a stream or low-lying area. At Big Bags USA®, it's our goal to help you and your community prepare for these unexpected conditions. Use these preparedness tips from the Red Cross to get you on the right track:
While certain areas may be more prone to flooding, floods can happen anywhere at anytime. If there's a storm headed your way, it's important that you're prepared for the possibility of flooding. Make withstanding a flood easier by packing the following items so you're ready go in the event you need to evacuate:
When flooding is imminent, it's important to respond appropriately:
After the flood waters have receded, it's still important to use caution and make sure your home is safe.
Not only do you want to protect yourself and your family from flooding situations, but you also want to protect your home and community from flood damage. Big Bags USA® flood barrier systems provide lightening fast protection at a fraction of the costs normally associated with rapid deployed systems. Due to the simplicity of our systems, every flood mitigation plan should include an on-hand stock of our flood barriers. The best part is they can be used over and over, so there's no need to budget for new systems each year. Be prepared for flooding emergencies with Big Bags USA®!
Preparing for a Flood
While certain areas may be more prone to flooding, floods can happen anywhere at anytime. If there's a storm headed your way, it's important that you're prepared for the possibility of flooding. Make withstanding a flood easier by packing the following items so you're ready go in the event you need to evacuate:
- Water Supply for 3 days, at least 1 gallon per person per day
- Food Supply for 3 days, non-perishable and easy to prepare foods
- Flashlight
- Battery Powered Radio
- Extra Batteries
- First Aid Kit
- Medications for 7 days, including medical items such as hearing aids and batteries, glasses, contact lenses, syringes, a cane, etc.
- Multi-Purpose Tool
- Sanitation and Personal Hygiene Items
- Copies of Personal Documents, such as medication list and pertinent medical info, deed/lease to home, birth certificates, insurance policies, etc.
- Cell Phone with charger
- Family and Emergency Contact Info
- Extra Cash
- Blanket
- Map of the Area
- Baby Supplies, such as bottles, formula, baby food, diapers, etc.
- Pet Supplies, such as a collar, leash, ID, food, carrier, bowl, etc.
- Tools/Supplies for Securing Your Home
- Extra Set of Car Keys and House Keys
- Extra Clothing, Hat and Sturdy Shoes
- Rain Gear
- Insect Repellent and Sunscreen
- Camera for Photos of Damage
Experiencing a Flood
When flooding is imminent, it's important to respond appropriately:
- Listen to the local radio and TV stations for possible flood warnings.
- Be prepared to evacuate on a moments notice, hence why you should have the above items packed and ready to go. Flooding can happen almost instantly.
- When a flood or flash flood warning is issued, head for higher ground and stay there until you're advised it's safe to go home.
- Stay away from flood waters. Just turn around and go the other way, it doesn't take much water to sweep a person off their feet or even sweep up a car for that matter.
- Keep curious children away from flood waters as they can be not only dangerous, but also contaminated.
- Be extra cautious at night when it's harder to recognize flood dangers.
Recovering from a Flood
After the flood waters have receded, it's still important to use caution and make sure your home is safe.
- Don't return home until officials have declared the area safe again.
- Before entering your home, check for loose power lines, damaged gas lines, foundation cracks or other damage.
- Approach entrances cautiously because parts of your home may be collapsed or damaged.
- Watch out for wild animals, particularly poisonous snakes that may have entered your home with the flood waters.
- If you smell gas or hear a hissing noise, leave the home immediately and call the fire department.
- If power lines are down near your home, be sure to not step in puddles or standing water.
- Keep children and pets away from hazardous sites and floodwater.
- Materials such as cleaning products, paint, batteries, contaminated fuel and damaged fuel containers are hazardous. Check with local authorities on how to dispose of them properly.
- During cleanup, wear protective clothing, including rubber gloves and rubber boots.
- Make sure your food and water are safe to eat. Discard anything that's come in contact with flood waters.
- Contact your local or state public health department to see if you water supply might be contaminated.
Flood Protection from Big Bags USA®
Not only do you want to protect yourself and your family from flooding situations, but you also want to protect your home and community from flood damage. Big Bags USA® flood barrier systems provide lightening fast protection at a fraction of the costs normally associated with rapid deployed systems. Due to the simplicity of our systems, every flood mitigation plan should include an on-hand stock of our flood barriers. The best part is they can be used over and over, so there's no need to budget for new systems each year. Be prepared for flooding emergencies with Big Bags USA®!
If you have an immediate need for our systems, or have any questions for us, please Call us Toll Free at 1-800-337-0537 or visit www.BigBagsUSA.com.
If you have an immediate need for our systems, or have any questions for us, please Call us Toll Free at 1-800-337-0537 or visit www.BigBagsUSA.com.
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