Protect Your Family

Planning in advance of a flood can help to protect you and your family, pets, and business. Be ready for a flood by being prepared.

• Learn about your flood hazards to understand what you might face during a flood event.
• Prepare an emergency plan for your family, farm, or business. Identify evacuation routes and a meeting place in case your family gets separated. Have a plan to gather your pets to take them with you and to keep your farm animals safe.
• If you or your neighbors will need assistance evacuating, talk to Lewis County Emergency Management now to learn about your options.
• Prepare an emergency kit so you can be ready to leave quickly.
• Teach your family how to turn off the gas lines and electricity before evacuating.

Twelve Ways to Prepare

• Sign up for alerts and warnings
• Make a plan
• Save for a rainy day
• Practice emergency drills
• Test family communication plan
• Safeguard documents
• Plan with neighbors
• Make your home safer
• Know evacuation routes
• Assemble or update supplies
• Get involved in your community
• Document and insure property