Severe Weather Preparedness 2022: Flash Flood, Part 1.

Flash Flooding is a potential hazard that can accompany severe weather in Johnston County. Flooding creates dangerous, and even deadly, situations, so it is vital to be prepared.

How to Prepare for a Flash Flood:

• SUBSCRIBE to an emergency notification service, like JoCo Alerts. You can sign up at Johnstonnc.com/alerts or by calling (919) 989-5050.
• KNOW the areas that have a higher risk of flooding in your area.
• BUILD a Go-Bag with supplies you need in case you are trapped or need to evacuate.
• PLAN for what you will do in a flood. Where will you go if you need to evacuate? Who do you need to check in on or have check in on you?

REMEMBER, just six inches of moving water can knock a person down, and one foot of water can sweep away a vehicle.