FLOOD PREPAREDNESS TIPS

FLOOD SAFETY AND PREPAREDNESS TIPS

With would be tropical storm Parma treatening philippines anew, we must all be prepared for the worst. Flooding could occur any time during storm. Being prepared for a flood not only helps keep your family safe, but it can also help minimize potential flood damage and accelerate recovery efforts. Simple steps can be taken to protect yourself and your family before, during, and after a flood such as safeguarding your home and possessions, developing a family emergency plan..

5 FOOL PROOF TIPS TO FLOOD SAFETY WHEN YOUR LIVING IN LOW AREAS LIKE MARIKINA,SAN JUAN AND RIZAL AREA.

1. 1. IF YOU HAVE MONEY : BUY A RUBBER BOAT IF POSSIBLE MOTORIZED ONE AND COULD CARRY YOU AND YOUR FAMILY TO SAFE GROUNDS. IF YOU HAVE MONEY TO SPARE, PUT ONE IN YOUR ROOF TOP LIKE ONE U SEE IN SHIP ROOF TOP. THESE WILL GIVE YOU PEACE OF MIND AND MINIMIZE WORRIES DURING STORMS.

2. 2. AT FIRST SIGN OF FLOOD , EVACUATE TO HIGH GROUNDS AND EVACUATION AREAS.

3. 3. IF MAY SOUNDS SILLY BUT SURE WILL SAVE YOUR LIFE. BUY EVERY FAMILY MEMBERS WITH LIFE JACKET.

4. 4. BUY A HOUSE AND LIVE IN HIGH LEVEL AREAS ONLY LIKE ANTIPOLO AREAS (BUT BEWARE OF LANDSLIDE AREAS) OR IN CONDO UNITS.

5. 5. WHEN THERE IS A STORM WARNING, MOVE OUT AND GO TO RELATIVES LIVING IN HIGH AREAS.

Aside from the above things, try these tips below..

Preparing for a Flood:

• Make an itemized list of personal property well in advance of a storm occurring. Sometimes don`t rely on PAGASA forecast, check sattelite photos of the storm and learn to read color of high water concentration. Sometimes sattelite photos shows concentration of rainfall.
• Memorize the safest and fastest route to high ground. Assemble a disaster supplies kit containing: first aid kit, canned food and can opener, bottled water, extra clothing, rubber boots and gloves, Celphone, battery-operated radio, emergency cooking equipment, flashlight and extra batteries.
• If you live in a frequently flooded area like marikina and rizal area ,identifying the high grounds and evacuation area and learning the shorcut routes to it would help.
• Know the elevation of your property in relation to nearby streams and other waterways, and plan what you will do and where you will go in a flood emergency.

When a Flood Threatens:

• If forced to leave your property and time permits, move essential items to safe ground.machinery.
• Store a supply of drinking water in large containers.
• Get out of areas subject to flooding.
• Evacuate to high evacuation areas.

During a Flood:

• Avoid areas subject to sudden flooding.
• Even six inches of fast moving floodwater can knock you off your feet, and a depth of two feet will float your car! Never try to walk, swim or drive through such swift water.
• Do not attempt to drive over a flooded road. STOP! Turn around and go another way.
• Keep children from playing in floodwaters and drains.
• Avoid touching metal and poles cause it mighht electrocute you.

After a Flood:

• Boil drinking water before using. If fresh food has come in contact with floodwaters, throw it out.
• Seek necessary medical care at the nearest hospital. Food, clothing, shelter, and first aid are available at Red Cross shelters.
• Use flashlights, not lanterns or torches, to examine buildings. Flammables may be inside.
• Do not handle live electrical equipment in wet areas. Electrical equipment should be checked and dried before being returned to service.

All in all, preparation is always the best defense against floods...