National Flood Safety Awareness Week, Day 1: The Costs of Flooding

The National Weather Service (NWS) in Grand Forks North Dakota has declared Monday, March 14th through Friday, March 18th 2016 as Flood Safety Awareness Week. Each day during the work week, will feature important information about a flood safety related topic.

Monday’s Message…

Nearly every day flooding happens somewhere in the United States or its territories. Flooding can occur in any of the fifty states or U.S. territories at any time of the year. It causes more damage in the United States than any other weather related event. On average, floods cause eight billion dollars in damages and eighty nine fatalities annually. More than half of these deaths are the result of driving into flood waters. Being prepared and knowing how to stay safe will help you and your loved ones survive a flood. Be a Force of Nature!

www.floodsafety.noaa.gov

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