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        <p>The remnants of Hurricane Harvey is expected to dump as much as 6 inches of rain on parts of Alabama in the coming days.</p>
<p>A&nbsp;<a href="http://www.al.com/">flash flood watch has been issued for parts of southeast Alabama and northwest Florida</a> through Thursday afternoon. And while the rains and flooding won't be anywhere near as severe as the devastation experienced in Houston and other surrounding Texas counties, there could be minor to moderate flooding along areas creeks in south Alabama and stretching into the central part of the state, according to the National Weather Service.</p>
<p>Other areas of the state could also see isolated flash flooding from locally heavy rains.</p>
<p><strong>Here's how to keep yourself safe during a flood, from the Federal Emergency Management Agency:</strong></p>
<p><strong>Before a flood</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Know your flood risk - Learn whether you live, work, or travel through areas that are prone to flooding.</li>
<li>Familiarize yourself with local emergency plans. Know where to go and how to get there should you need to get to higher ground, the highest level of a building, or to evacuate.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Build or restock your emergency preparedness kit, including a minimum of 3 days of food and water, flashlight, batteries, cash, and first aid supplies. <a href="https://www.ready.gov/build-a-kit">You can go here to see a full list of emergency items to keep on hand.</a></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Have extra batteries for a battery-operated radio and your cell phone. Consider having a hand crank radio or cell phone charger</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Consider buying <a href="http://www.floodsmart.gov/">flood insurance</a>.</li>
<li>Stay tuned to weather updates, emergency instructions, or evacuation orders.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Download the American Red Cross Shelter Finder App. This app displays open American Red Cross shelters and provides the capacity and current population of each shelter. Visit <a href="http://www.redcross.org/mobile-apps/shelter-finder-app">www.redcross.org/mobile-apps/shelter-finder-app</a>. You can also text SHELTER + your ZIP code to 43362 (4FEMA) to find the nearest shelter in your area</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Have communications plans in place for friends and family members.</li>
<li>Have contingency plans for pets.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Have all prescriptions drugs or other critical information in an accessible place. Papers, including important documents (hard copies and/or electronic copies saved on external hard drives or portable thumb drives) are beneficial as well. <a href="http://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/29791">You can see a list of important documents here. </a></li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Preparing your house</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Elevate the heating system (furnace), water heater, and electric panel if the location is susceptible to flooding.</li>
<li>Install "check valves" in sewer lines to prevent floodwater from backing up into the drains of your home.</li>
<li>Waterproof the basement.</li>
<li>Install sump pumps with battery backup.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>If you live in a flood-prone area, stockpile emergency building materials (e.g., plywood, plastic sheeting, lumber nails, a hammer and saw, a pry bar, shovels, and sandbags).</li>
<li>In areas with repetitive flooding, consider elevating the building.</li>
<li>Keep gutters and drains free of debris.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Bring in outdoor furniture and move important indoor items to the highest possible floor.</li>
<li>Disconnect electrical appliances and do not touch electrical equipment if you are wet or standing in water. You could be electrocuted.</li>
<li>If instructed, turn off your gas and electricity at the main switch or valve. This helps prevent fires and explosions.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>During a flood</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>If you're driving remember the motto: Turn Around, Don't Drown!</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Do not drive over bridges that are over fast-moving floodwaters. Floodwaters can scour foundation material from around the footings and make the bridge unstable.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Just 6 inches of moving water can knock you down, and one foot of moving water can sweep your vehicle away.</li>
<li>If there is a chance of flash flooding, move immediately to higher ground.</li>
<li>If floodwaters rise around your car but the water is not moving, abandon the car and move to higher ground. Do not leave the car and enter moving water.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Avoid camping or parking along streams, rivers, and creeks during heavy rainfall. These areas can flood quickly and with little warning.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>If authorities advise or order you to evacuate, do so immediately. Be sure to remember the Five Ps of Evacuation: People, Prescriptions, Paper, Personal Needs, and Priceless Items.</li>
<li>If you are in the path of a slow-onset flood and there is time before you need to evacuate, consider moving items you want to protect to a higher floor; turn off gas, water and electricity if you can do so safely; put sandbags around your property.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>If you are trapped by floodwaters in building, go to the highest point and call 911.</li>
<li>If you trapped by rapidly rising floodwaters in your vehicle, stay in the vehicle. If water is rising inside the vehicle, seek refuge on the roof</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>After a flood</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Return home only when authorities say it is safe.</li>
<li>Be aware of areas where floodwaters have receded and watch out for debris. Floodwaters often erode roads and walkways.</li>
<li>Do not attempt to drive through areas that are still flooded.</li>
<li>Avoid standing water as it may be electrically charged from underground or downed power lines. Do not touch electrical appliances</li>
<li>Use flashlights, not lanterns, torches, or matches, to examine buildings. Flammable gases may be inside the structure and open flames may cause a fire or explosion.</li>
<li>Avoid wading in floodwater, which may be contaminated by oil, gasoline, or raw sewage.</li>
<li>Photograph damage to your property for insurance purposes.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Watch for dangerous debris (e.g., broken glass, metal fragments), dead animals, or venomous snakes that may be in floodwaters. Before walking through debris, use a stick to check for hidden dangers. Underground or downed power lines may electrically charge the water. -</li>
<li>Stay away from downed power lines and report them to 911 or the power company's emergency number.</li>
<li>Service damaged septic tanks and leaching systems as soon as possible. A damaged sewage system is a serious health hazard.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Have wells checked for contamination from bacteria and chemicals.</li>
<li>Clean and disinfect everything that got wet. Mud left from floodwater can contain sewage, bacteria, and chemicals. Take precautions and wear appropriate protective equipment such as gloves, safety glasses, and face masks.</li>
<li>Throw out any food, including canned items, that was not maintained at a proper temperature or has been exposed to floodwaters. Do not eat food from a flooded garden. When in doubt, throw it out.</li>
<li>Remove and replace any drywall or other paneling that has been underwater. Use a moisture meter to make sure that wooden studs and framing are dry before replacing the drywall. Mold growth in hidden places is a significant health hazard.</li>
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