About Floods
Below are other terms associated with flooding:
Flash floods- flooding which develops quickly, and in some cases without any visible signs of rain or thunderstorms. Examples include levee and/or dam breaks, and flooding due to rivers overflowing.
Flood Watch - Flooding is possible. Tune in to NOAA Weather Radio, commercial radio, or television for information.
Flood Warning - Flooding is occurring or will occur soon; if advised to evacuate, do so immediately.
Flash Flood Watch - Flash flooding is possible. Be prepared to move to higher ground; listen to NOAA Weather Radio, commercial radio, or television for information.
Flash Flood Warning - A flash flood is occurring; seek higher ground on foot immediately (do not wait for instructions to do so).
It is important to be aware of flooding and its hazards regardless of where you live. Every state is at risk from this hazard. Find out from local authorities if you live or work in a flood-prone area. Pay particular attention to this hazard if you live in coastal or low-lying areas. If you live near bodies of water, and especially if you live downstream from a dam or levee, you may be at an increase risk for flooding
