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Most areas of California are susceptible to some form of flooding. Whether it is from a storm, river overflowing, or from a wildfire changing the landscape, it is important to stay informed. To check for flood hazards in your area, you can visit the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Flood Map Service Center External link opens in new window or tab.. As a safety measure, federal and state agencies have information on what to do before, during, and after a flood.

Resources

American Red Cross: Flood Safety External link opens in new window or tab.
What to do before, during and after a flood.

California Department of Water Resources: Flood Preparedness External link opens in new window or tab.
Maps, videos and resources to help prepare for a flood.

Centers for Disease Control (CDC): Floods External link opens in new window or tab.
Information on preparing for flood, floodwater safety, and health concerns returning home after a flood.

Emergency Services Team Educational Resource List (PDF)
Resources to support the needs of our local educational agencies (LEAs) before, during, and after flood disasters in California.

Preparing for Floods at K-12 Schools and School Districts Fact Sheet External link opens in new window or tab. (PDF)
The Readiness and Emergency Management for Schools' best practice guide on school preparedness including incorporating flooding in Emergency Operations Plans.

Ready.gov - Floods External link opens in new window or tab.
Information of floods.

Ready.gov Kids - Floods External link opens in new window or tab.
Information on helping kids prepare for floods.

REMS TA Center - K-12 Resources External link opens in new window or tab. (PDF)
Preparing for Floods at K-12 Schools and School Districts

REMS TA Center - Additional Information External link opens in new window or tab. (PDF)
Resources on Preparing for Floods at Education Agencies.

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency External link opens in new window or tab.
Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings Web Page

University of California Cooperative Extension: Floods External link opens in new window or tab.
What to expect after a flood.

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Last Reviewed: Tuesday, July 09, 2024
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