August 24, 2008 Flash Flood Protective Measures

- Tropical Depression Fay is expected to dump lots of rain on portions of Louisiana. The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood watch through late Monday for nine Southeast Louisiana Parishes.

According to the National Weather Service, Tangipahoa, Washington, St. Tammany, St. John the Baptist, St. Charles, Jefferson, Orleans, Plaquemines and St. Bernard parishes could receive 4-6 inches of rain over the next 24-to-48 hours. A flash flood watch means that conditions may develop that lead to flash flooding. Flash flooding is a very dangerous situation.

The Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals-Office of Public Health is warning residents in Southeast Louisiana to be prepared. Citizens should monitor news outlets on television, radio, newspaper and the internet for critical information concerning Tropical Depression Fay.


Take Protective Measures

During a Flood
If a flood is likely in your area, you should:

If you must prepare to evacuate, you should do the following:

If you have to leave your home, remember these evacuation tips:

Driving Flood Facts
The following are important points to remember when driving in flood conditions:

After a Flood
The following are guidelines for the period following a flood:

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Surgeon General Ralph L. Abraham, M.D.

Interim Secretary Drew Maranto

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