Never walk, swim or drive through floodwaters. As little as 6 inches of flood water can knock you off your feet. Remember: “Turn around, don’t drink!”
You can protect yourself from home fires by taking two simple steps: test your smoke alarms every month and practice your fire escape plan.
Pay attention to the heat and heat index. Drink plenty of fluids, stay indoors and avoid strenuous activities during the hottest part of the day. Check on friends and neighbors who may need help (older adults, people with disabilities, people who are sick, or people with young children).
Keep battery-powered lanterns and flashlights handy. Do not use candles. Understand how to use generators safely and never use generators indoors or in closed spaces.
If you are outside, seek shelter indoors immediately. Stay indoors. Designate a safe place in your home to gather away from windows, glass doors and skylights. Remember, “When the thunder rolls, go indoors!”
Keep an emergency kit in your vehicle in case you get caught in a storm while on the road. Avoid driving, stay indoors and dress in layers of light, loose-fitting clothing to keep warm.
