Flooding can occur in almost every part of the U.S. and during any month. In 2012, 39 percent of flood fatalities occurred from driving into flood water and 18 percent from walking into it.

If you’re driving or walking and encounter flood water, turn around. Don’t drown.  It only takes six inches of water to knock over an adult and cause loss of control of a vehicle. A foot of water will float many vehicles and only two feet of rushing water will carry them away, including pickups and SUVs.   The depth of flood water is not always obvious. It can be especially hard to judge at night. The best option is to play it safe and turn around.

 

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