What can I do to avoid getting caught in dangerous flooding?
Follow these safety rules:
- Monitor a news source such as NOAA Weather Radio All Hazards for important weather related information.
- Get out of areas subject to flooding. This includes all low areas.
- If flooding occurs, get to higher ground.
- Avoid flooded areas, especially if there is swiftly moving water. Do not attempt to cross flowing streams.
- Never drive on flooded roads. The roadbeds beneath the water may be eroded.
- Do not park your vehicle along streams or rivers when there is a chance of flooding. Do not camp in these areas during similar conditions.
- Avoid walking or driving at night during tropical storm conditions. It is harder to recognize flood dangers when it is dark.
Source: NOAA and NWS
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MegaCities: Top 10 Most At-Risk Cities
1. | Tokyo | 68 |
2. | Los Angeles | 25 |
3. | Manila | 18 |
4. | Bandung | 17 |
5. | Santiago | 16 |
6. | Nagoya | 9.4 |
7. | Osaka | 9.4 |
8. | Jakarta | 9 |
9. | Lima | 8 |
10. | Chengdu | 7.5 |