Before

What you need to know when flooding is imminent.
Being "Red Cross Ready" is one way to ensure those you care about are prepared for an emergency. If you have one, be sure to follow your emergency plan. You may not always be together when these events take place and should have plans for making sure you are able to contact and find one another.

Steps to prepare for an impending flood

Flood Resources for Homes, Buildings, Farms, or Ranches
Preparing for a Flood
Flood Fighting: How to Use Sandbags
Volunteering
Be ready for floods.

Some easy steps before can help you during and after a flood.

How to Prepare Your Home

With a little effort there are some steps that can be taken to minimize the damages caused to a home by a flood
Understanding Evacuation Process
Preparing the Elderly, Children, and Pets

Key Facts about Flood Readiness

Children

Seniors

Disabilities

Pets

A dog in Seward, Nebraska seeks refuge during flooding - 1951.
Seward, Nebraska 1951. Know how to protect your pets in an emergency.

How to Stay Informed

SmartPhone Alerts
Tips on getting alerts to your smartphone
State and Federal Government Agencies
In the event of a threat information is provided on the websites of numerous agencies.
Local News
  • Local television and radio news programs can help inform of threats.

The Red Cross has several mobile apps available to place help in your hands in times of disaster.

The Red Cross has several mobile apps available to place help in your hands in times of disaster.