Flash Flood Watch? Watch Out!

8/14/2020 (Permalink)

For the next few days Cape May and Cumberland Counties will be under a flash flood watch. Flash floods happen when large bursts of rain occur.

Have you ever thought if there are ways you can prepare for a flash flood watch? The answer is yes!

How to safely prepare for a flash flood watch:

• Do not swim, walk or drive through flooded areas.
• During flash floods power outage can be an effect, make sure to have flashlights.
• Make sure you have an emergency kit.
• If your home is affected, move to the highest points in your home.

How to prepare your home for a flash flood watch?

• During flash flood watches make sure to unplug electronics you are not using.
• Make sure outdoor furniture is covered or put inside.
• Make sure important documents are sealed and placed somewhere where they are protected from water.
• Sometimes barriers are placed in homes that have reoccurring flood damage to stop the water.

SERVPRO of Cape May & Cumberland Counties is a company with expertise in water damage and fire damage. If you are looking for an emergency restoration company in your area, make sure to call 609-624-0202. We are open 24 hours, 7 days a week. We handle all types of emergencies such as: flood damage and restoration, water extraction, rain storms, groundwater, and fire damage repairs.