Prepare And Prevent Flooding in Northern Summit County

3/2/2020 (Permalink)

March 13-19th is Flood Safety Awareness Week.

Storm damage happens can happen at anytime in Northern Summit County. As winter starts to end, spring bring water damage and flooding. Flooding can cause more damage in the United States more than any other weather-related event.

March 13-19th is Flood Safety Awareness Week. We want to create awareness for the community. More than half of all flood related deaths result from vehicles being swept downstream. It is a good time to share awareness about flooding so that you can minimize potential flood damage and accelerate recovery efforts.

If you receive notifications that there is a flood warning here are some simple ways to prepare:

• Check if your insurance covers flood damage. If not, find out how to get flood insurance.
• Make an itemized list of personal property well in advance. Photograph or video the interior and exterior of your home.
• Keep insurance and important documents in a safe deposit box.
• Assemble a disaster supplies kit.
• Find out where you can go if ordered to evacuate.
• Make a keep-in-touch arrangement with relatives and friends.
  

After a flood hits you will want to also take precautions:

• Avoid areas subject to sudden flooding.
• Even six inches of fast moving floodwater can knock you off your feet. 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 or near culverts.
• Use flashlights, not lanterns or torches, flammables may be inside.
• Do not handle live electrical equipment in wet areas.
• Refer to Red Cross or Federal Emergency Management Agency web sites for ideas and examples of disaster plans and disaster kits.

It is important to prepare for a flooding disaster as soon as possible. If you get flooding in your building and need restoration call SERVPRO of Northern Summit County.

SERVPRO of Northern Summit County has the expertise and the resources to handle your business water damage. If you need assistance call (330) 650-4486. We are open 7 days a week, 365 days a year including all major holidays.