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Flash floods can start suddenly and become dangerous quickly. But there are steps you can take to protect yourself, both in the moment and well in advance.
Recent flash flooding in Texas, New Mexico and North Carolina is highlighting the extreme danger of these natural disasters and the need to be prepared.
Here's what to know about flash floods, emergency systems and how to stay safe as Florida is in the Atlantic hurricane season.
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Petersburg flash flooding update: Safety tipsPetersburg officials strongly urge citizens not to walk through floodwater or flooded areas. Here's why... Stay out of the water. You can’t see hidden hazards like sharp debris, open manholes or sudden drop-offs. Avoid contamination. Floodwater is often mixed with sewage, chemicals and bacteria that can cause serious infections.
At 1:20 a.m. on Tuesday, the National Weather Service released a flash flood warning in effect until 4:15 a.m. for Ocean County.
The National Weather Service released an updated flash flood warning at 4:42 p.m. on Monday in effect until 7:45 p.m. for Dauphin, Lancaster and York counties.
At 1:55 p.m. on Monday, the National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning in effect until 5 p.m. for Tompkins County.
The National Weather Service released a flash flood warning at 1:17 p.m. on Saturday in effect until 3:45 p.m. for Franklin and Hampshire counties.
Rainfall amounts of 1-2 inches and isolated amounts of 3-5 inches are possible, the National Weather Service said.