Stay above water with these flood safety tips
Preparing for floods
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Staying safe during active floods
▸Avoid standing water. Floodwaters outside may carry electrical current from downed power lines. Flooding in your home may also present a safety hazard if your electricity is not shut off beforehand.
▸Always assume downed power lines are energized. If you see any downed or low-hanging wires, do not go near them. Call us at 800-799-4443 to report an electric emergency.
▸Leave immediately if you smell natural gas. Call us from a safe location at 800-595-5325 to report a gas leak and request a free inspection. Do not touch anything that could cause a spark — like using a cell phone or flipping on a light switch. Do not attempt to locate the leak.
Recovering after floods
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