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With the Spring Thaw on the Way, Beware of Flooding

Friday, March 3rd, 2023 -- 10:00 AM

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As the days warm and become longer, spring also brings plenty of melting snow, rainfall, and ice jams.

This can bring flooding to Wisconsin communities. To encourage everyone in the state to be prepared, Gov. Tony Evers has declared March 6 – March 10 as Flood Safety Awareness Week in Wisconsin.

ReadyWisconsin wants everyone to take this week to assess their flood risk and learn how to protect themselves before, during, and after a flood. While you can’t always stop waters from rising, the following tips can help improve safety for you and your community before a flood:

  • Know your flood risk;
  • Consider flood insurance;
  • Build a “Go Kit.” Include items such as food, water, cash, and medications;
  • Make an emergency plan;
  • Keep water out of and away from your house;
  • And move valuables out of the basement.

Follow these tips during and after a flood: Stay up to date on the forecast. Identify multiple ways to receive alerts about dangerous weather conditions and potential flooding, such as a NOAA Weather Radio, trusted local news outlets, and mobile weather apps.

Never drive or walk through flooded areas: turn around, don’t drown! Just six inches of fast-moving water can sweep adults off their feet, while 12 inches can carry away a small car. Be especially careful while driving at night.

Take steps to protect your health. Stay out of floodwaters, which can contain bacteria from human and animal waste, sharp objects, hazardous chemicals, downed power lines, and other dangerous items.

If your home floods, follow cleaning and disinfection guidelines to avoid mold growth. If the power goes out for more than four hours, throw out refrigerated food or any food that came into contact with floodwater.

If your drinking water well is flooded, disinfect the well and test the water to make sure it’s safe before drinking it. If you use a generator, keep it outside at least 20 feet from your home to avoid illness or death from carbon monoxide, which can occur in enclosed spaces.

Feel free to contact us with questions and/or comments.