National Preparedness Week 1: Flood Preparedness

Source: the Village of Woodridge

Protect yourself and your family before a flood. Taking action today can save lives and property. Here are some steps you and your family can follow to ensure your safety during a flooding event:

• Know your flood risk - learn whether you live, work, or travel through areas that are prone to flooding using FEMA’s flood insurance rate maps.
• Stay informed by listening to local media weather reports and consider buying a NOAA weather radio.
• Know your evacuation routes; plan your transportation and a place to stay. The safest way to survive a flood is to evacuate the area if advised to leave.
• Practice how you will communicate with family members - texting is often faster than calling in the event of an emergency. Keep important numbers written in your wallet, not just in your phone.

Check out the Village’s social media channels throughout the week for more information on flood preparedness from Ready.gov.