Severe weather is a part of life in Central Texas, bringing the potential for flash flooding, damaging storms and other hazardous conditions. Preparing before severe weather strikes can help keep you and your family safe.
One of the most important flood safety reminders is Turn Around, Don’t Drown. Just 6 inches of fast-moving water can knock an adult off their feet and cause a vehicle to lose control. As little as 12 inches of water can float most vehicles, while 2 feet can carry away SUVs and trucks. Never drive around barricades or through flooded roadways. More than half of all flood-related fatalities occur in vehicles, and flooding remains the leading weather-related cause of death in the United States.
Stay informed through local weather alerts, know your evacuation routes and always wait for floodwaters to recede before traveling.
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