Floods occur when heavy rain or snowmelt causes a river's water levels to exceed its channel capacity, overflowing onto the flood plain. There are three main types of flooding: coastal from ocean waters, river from excessive water in river channels, and ground water from saturated soil. Individual precautions include having an emergency radio, staying off flooded roads, and avoiding electrical hazards, while after a flood it is important to check for structural damage, boil water, and reduce future flood risk.

1. Flood

2. What are floods?
Floods occur when a river gets more
water than its channel can hold. So
water flows over the banks and onto
the flood plain.
Floods are usually caused by heavy rain
– but sometimes by ice or snow
melting.
A burst of heavy rain can cause a
sudden flash flood. People get no
warning so they may get trapped and
drown.

3. Types Of Flood
A. COASTAL FLOODING
B. RIVER FLOODING
C. GROUND WATER FLOODING

9. INDIVIDUAL
BEFORE
Keep a battery-powered radio
retreat to the second floor
Keep a flash flight
Follow emergency instructions
DURING
Do not drive through a flooded area
Stay away from downed power lines and electrical wires
Look out for animals
AFTER
check for structural damage
do not use matches
boil water for drinking and food preparation
Take steps to reduce your risk of future floods

10. A. PROPER DISPOSAL OF GARBAGE.
B. CLEAN DRAIN
C. RE-PLANT TREES

11. NATIONAL
A. EDUCATE THE PUBLIC
B. MAINTENANCE OF DRAINAGE
SYSTEMS
C. RELOCATE CITIZENS FROM FLOOD
PRONE AREAS
D. PROVIDE EMERGENCY RELIEF

12. IMAGES OF FLOODING