FLOODING The City and County of Broomfield may be impacted by torrential rains, freezing temperatures, or rapid snow melt. This may have effects on recreational activities, worker safety, damage to building(s) such as a flooded basement, vehicles and/or equipment, or cause a potential power outage and street closures.
Before Severe Weather Arrives
Refer to: Preparedness Essentials
Have a 72-Hour Preparedness Kit assembled. Home Kit + Go Kit + Car Kit = 72-Hour Preparedness Kit.
Create your Communications plan.
Learn the warning terms for possible Flooding.
Obtain a NOAA Public Alert Weather Radio or utilize a weather alert app for your mobile device to monitor severe weather.
Flash Flood or Flood Watch—be alert to signs of flash flooding and be ready to evacuate on a moment’s notice. Urban and Small Stream Flood Advisory—local flooding of small streams, streets, or low-lying areas, such as railroad underpasses, is occurring or is imminent. Flash Flood Warning—a flash flood is imminent — act quickly to save yourself, because you may have only seconds. Flood Warning—flooding has been reported or is imminent—take necessary precautions at once.
Learn the Early Warning & Information Systems for Broomfield.
Create Evacuation plans.
Evacuation plan out of your home. Evacuation plan out of your neighborhood.
Purchase a flood insurance policy. Speak with your insurance agent for specifics that apply to your location and individual property.
Tip: Typically, there is a 30-day waiting period from date of purchase before your insurance policy goes into effect. Therefore, now is the best time to buy flood insurance.
During a Flood ·If instructed, turn off utilities at the main switches or valves. Disconnect electrical appliances. Do not touch electrical equipment if you are wet or standing in water. ·Avoid areas subject to sudden flooding.
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