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Pueblo Flood Hazard Miti~ation Plon dPPENDIX A - Tips to minimize In The Event of a Flood: loss of life and properfJL When the Flood Comes D Be prepared to evacuate before the water level reaches your property, D If you are caught in the house by suddenly rising waters, move to the second floor and, if necessary, to the roof. Take warm clothing, a flashlight, and portable radio with you. Then wait for help.., do not try to swim to safety, Rescue teams will be looking for you, D When outside the house, remember... FLOODS ARE DECEPTIVE! Try to avoid flooded areas, and avoid ~lIking through floodwaters that are more than knee deep. D If, CU1d only if, tim e pemz its... there are several precautionary steps that can be taken: D Turn off all utilities at the main power switch and close the main gas valve if evacuation appears necessary. Do not touch any electrical equipment unless it is in a dry area and you are standing on a piece of dry wood while wearing rubber gloves and rubber soled boots or shoes. D Move valuable papers, expensive articles, clothing, and other contents to upper floors or higher elevations, D Fill bathtubs, sinks and jugs with clean water in case regular supplies are contaminated, You can sanitize these items by first rinsing with bleach. D Board up windows or protect them with storm shutters or tape to prevent flying glass, D Bring outdoor possessions inside the house or tie them down securely, This includes lawn furniture, garbage cans, tools, signs, and other moveable objects that might be swept away or hurled about. D ij' it is sqfe to evacuate by car, you should consider doing the following: D Stock the car with nonperishable foods, a plastic container of water, blankets, first aid kit, flashlights, dry clothing, and any special medication needed by your family, D Keep the gas tank at least half full since gasoline pumps will not be working if the electricity has been cut off, D Do not drive where water is over the roads, Parts of the roads may already be washed out. D If your car stalls out in a flooded area, abandon it as soon as possible, Floodwaters can rise rapidly and sweep a car (and its occupants) away. Many deaths have resulted from attempts to move stalled vehicles, After the Flood D If your home has suffered flood damage, call your flood insurance agent immediately. The agent will then submit a loss form to the National Flood Insurance Program. An adjuster will inspect your property as soon as possible. D Prior to entering a building, check for structural damage to make sure it is not in danger of collapsing, Turn off any outside gas lines at the meter or tank, and let the house air for several minutes to remove foul odors or escaping gas, D Upon entering a building, do not use an open flame as a source of light since gas may still be 22