Emergency Plan Manual

29 At least 23% of U.S. tropical cyclone deaths occur to people who in, or attempting to abandon, their cars. 78% of children killed by tropical cyclones drowned in freshwater floods. So, the next time you hear hurricane – inland flooding! What can you do? * When you hear hurricane, think inland flooding. * Determine whether you live in a potential flood zone. * If advise to evacuate, do so immediately. * Keep abreast of road conditions through the news media. * Move to a safe area before access is cut off by flood water. * Do not attempt to cross flowing water. As little as six inches of water may cause you to lose control of your vehicle. * Develop a flood emergency action plan. * Have flood insurance. Flood damage is not usually covered by homeowners insurance. Do not make assumptions. Check your policy. The National Flood Insurance Program, is a pre-disaster flood mitigation and insurance protection program. The National Flood Insurance Program makes federally backed flood insurance available to residents and business owners. National Flood Insurance Program call 1-800-CALL-FLOOD ext. 445, TDD # 1-800-427- 5593.