Midwest Flooding Information and Resources
- Current River Conditions
- North Dakota Flood Recovery Information
- Minnesota Flood Recovery Information
Remaining Vigilant as the Rivers Rise
State and federal disaster officials urge residents along swollen rivers to remain vigilant as it prepares for a second crest within the next week.
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Heed all local warnings. Listen to news and directions from their local and state officials. If told to evacuate, do so.
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Have a family disaster plan. Identify evacuation routes and a site away from the disaster area where family members can meet.
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Even if you haven't been affected by past flooding, you still need to be prepared.
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Disaster officials suggest having "go kits," that include a battery-powered radio, nonperishable food, bottled water, a flashlight with extra batteries and essential prescription medicine.
Fighting Floods in the Midwest
Related Information
- Flooding Information and Resources
- DisasterHelp.gov – Government portal to related federal, state, and local information.
Assistance and Information in other languages
State Resources
Last Modified: Tuesday, 14-Apr-2009 16:29:36 EDT
Fast Facts
Your disaster preparedness kit should include the following items:
- flashlight
- battery powered radio
- extra batteries
- water
- snack food
- matches
- First aid kit with pocket knife
- Necessary medications
- blanket(s)
- change of clothes
- important personal documents
- cash and credit cards
- family communications plan
If you are driving, do not try to cross a flooded road. Many flood-related deaths occur from cars swept away by floodwaters. Floodwaters move more quickly than you think, even at shallow depths