Floods and Flash Floods - National Weather Service
About Floods and Flash Floods
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- What a flood watch means: It’s issued when conditions are favorable for flooding (heavy rain, tropical systems, or rapid snowmelt). It signals you should monitor weather updates and be prepared to take action if a flood warning is issued.[3]
- How to stay informed locally: Check your local TV station’s website or apps, your county emergency management page, or the National Weather Service for your area’s flood watches, warnings, and expected rainfall totals. In South Florida and other places, many outlets update watches and advisories multiple times a day, and they’ll specify affected counties and drainage concerns.[4][9]
- Immediate safety tips: Have a plan for quick evacuation if needed, avoid driving through water-covered roads (turn around, don’t drown), and move valuables and medications to higher ground if a flood warning or flash flood in your area becomes likely.[2]
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