Parts of the Gulf Coast and Florida panhandle are seeing dramatic and unexpected flash flooding. Roads are washed out, people have retreated to attics, and some medical emergency crews have been unable to respond to 911 calls. Quick tips: *** Remember, all floodwater is contaminated because it runs through sewage, chemicals—whatever’s on the ground —and everything becomes mixed together. Avoid even skin contact. Don’t get in the water, and assume all electrical wires are live. *** Florida governor Rick Scott said on CNN that the flooding was unpredicted. They were watching for tornadoes, and then all of a sudden had this flash flooding. “Unfortunately the forecast is for more rain,” he said. This reinforces my mantra to be prepared for the unexpected. Articles that may be helpful: How to Survive After the Flood: The Dangers Behind Receding Waters: thesurvivaldoctor/2012/10/31/what-to-do-after-the-flood/ How to Avoid a Disaster After the Disaster: thesurvivaldoctor/2012/08/30/after-a-natural-disaster/
Posted on: Wed, 30 Apr 2014 22:48:52 +0000