FLOODS, The Awesome Power

This preparedness guide explains flood-related

hazards and suggests life-saving actions you can take.

With this information you can recognize a flood

potential, develop a plan, and be ready when

threatening weather approaches. Remember...your

In the long term, floods kill more people in the United

States than other types of severe weather. In recent

years, only heat surpassed flood fatalities. Floods can

roll boulders the size of cars, tear out trees, destroy

buildings and bridges, and pose a significant threat to

human lives.

HURRICANE FLOODING, A Deadly Inland Danger

 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FLOOD & STORMWATER MANAGEMENT AGENCIES

The National Association of Flood & Stormwater Management Agencies (NAFSMA) is an organization of public agencies whose function is the protection of lives, property and economic activity from the adverse impacts of storm and flood waters. The mission of the Association is to advocate public policy, encourage technologies and conduct education programs which faciliate and enhance the achievement of the public service function of its members.

The National Association of Flood & Stormwater Management Agencies is your voice in Washington, D.C. on such water resources management issues as stormwater management, disaster assistance, flood insurance and federal flood management policy.