If there is a chance of flash flooding, what should you do?

• A. Move immediately to higher ground
• B. Stay in place until instructions arrive
• C. Return to your home
• D. Continue driving through flood waters

Answer: (D)

When flash flood risk is present, the priority is to get to higher ground as quickly as possible. Flood waters can rise fast and move with surprising strength, and they can hide hazards like washed-out roads or debris. Driving through flood waters is extremely dangerous because the water depth and current can exceed what a vehicle can handle, sweeping you off the road even if it looks shallow. Waiting for instructions can waste vital time, and returning to or staying in areas that could flood keeps you in danger. Move to higher ground now and avoid flooded areas.