Flash Flood Awareness for Mountain Families

Steep valleys funnel heavy rain into creeks in minutes. Knowing the signs and having a plan keeps a scary situation from becoming a dangerous one.

Sign up for alerts

Turn on weather alerts on your phone and keep a weather radio at home.

Know your creek

If you live near water, know how high it has come before and where you'd go.

Never drive through water

Just six inches can stall a car, and a foot can float it. Turn around.

Head for higher ground

If water is rising, don't wait to gather belongings. Just go.

Plan for the aftermath

Roads may be out for days. Keep water, food and medications on hand.