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Do you live in a flood prone area? Here are the preparation instructions.

Steps

1. 1 Stock up on food and cooking equipment. Flooding can cut off your access to shops when there is no electricity available for your refrigerator. A portable gas stove will make life MUCH easier.
2. 2 Determine the risk of flooding. Many neglect disaster insurance and are left with nothing after the flood.
3. 3 Take appropriate precautions. People and pets should be rescued first. Pay special attention to the elderly and disabled people, they may require separate assistance. Do not abandon pets, take measures for their survival too, prepare food, water, prepare a shelter for them.
4. 4 Find out where to evacuate. Check with local authorities for evacuation plans and shelter locations. Refugee reception centers are often located in schools. Distribute responsibilities in the family: who will pick up the children, who will look after the pets, the meeting point, and so on. Try to anticipate all possible accidents and displacement and the needs of disabled family members.
5. 5 Don't be put off. If your home or property has already been hit by the elements, you need to get professional help as soon as possible.You will need water pumping, cleaning, mold prevention and other services. You may need to repair walls, remove mold and clean ventilation systems; change furniture upholstery and carpets. Quality services must be licensed and certified, especially if you are going to sell your home later.