Disaster Preparedness Checklist for Flood

• Location
  Address

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

What to Do When a Flood Occurs

• Listen to the radio.

• Do not touch any electrical equipment unless it is in a dry area.

• Turn off all utilities at the main switch and close the main gas valve before evacuation, if possible.

• Evacuate when told to do so by your evacuation officer/warden or local, regional, or national authorities.

• If you are in a lower level, use the stairs to go to a higher level.

• Bring your disaster preparedness kit with you as you evacuate.

• Do not use elevators.

• Avoid passing through floodwaters.

How to Prepare for a Flood

• Learn the following about your location: -elevation level -if land is flood-prone -levees and dams nearby

• Be familiar with the alert levels in your area. For example, in the US, a FLOOD WATCH means: -Flooding is possible. -Continue listening to the radio or TV. a FLASH FLOOD WATCH means: -Flash flooding is possible. -Prepare to evacuate soon. a FLOOD WARNING means: -Flooding is expected or already occurring. -Evacuate immediately if advised to by local authorities. a FLASH FLOOD WARNING means: -Flash flooding is already occurring. -Evacuate immediately.

• Develop an emergency evacuation plan.

• Learn how to turn off the electrical power.

Flood Preparedness Kit

• Water: If kit is for one person - 1L/1000ml water bottles x 2 minimum If kit is for more than one person - 5 gallons of water minimum

• Non-perishable food and snacks (good for at least 3 days) Examples: canned or dehydrated food, dried cereals and fruits, nuts, crackers, jerky

• Can opener if non-perishable food includes canned goods

• Battery-powered radio with extra batteries

• Flashlight/s with extra batteries

• Rain cover/s or poncho/s

• Space blanket/s

• Whistle/s

• First aid kit

• Antibacterial wipes

• Common and personal medications

• Portable wrench, pliers, and screwdriver

• Laminated and updated map of the area

• Identification card/s (who to contact, blood type, etc.)

• Extra set of clothing (at least an extra pair of pants)