How to prepare for flooding

AUSTIN (BNN)-- A high-impact flash flood event is looking more likely as we inch closer to the weekend. The time to prepare is now.

Here are some measures you can take ahead of a flooding hazard to best protect your life and property.

Flash Flood Preparation Tips

Bring or protect in patio area furniture

Generate or tightly protect your outdoor patio furniture to prevent any damage or displacement from flooding water.

Disconnect outdoor home appliances

Anything that is plugged in outdoors or on the exterior of your home you will want to disconnect. Bring those appliances inside your home if you can.

Stock up your emergency situation kit

This could include a flashlight with batteries in case the power heads out. Your prescription medication, water bottles, non-perishable foods and toiletries. You'll wish to put crucial documents such as passports, social security cards and birth certificates in a water evidence container. If you have an animal, ensure you stock up their fundamentals consisting of food, water, their cage, leash etc

. Alert neighbors and member of the family

Attempt to get the message out to as numerous other people as possible. Many not understand the forecast. , if you understand anybody who is visiting from out of town make sure they are keeping up with the latest forecast and flooding effects.. Have them strongly think about canceling or delaying their trip.

Plan to stay at home and off the roads

Stay house and make sure you have whatever you need to keep you from having to be out and on the location roads. If you should drive over the weekend, be very cautious and prevent flood-prone areas and low water crossings.

Low water crossing closures

If a caution is provided for your location, download our BNN First Warning Weather App so you can be informed.