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Floods: Kill More Americans Than Tornadoes And Often Ignored
November 20, 2025, 12:00 pm EST
Flooding may not get all the headlines and dramatic video like tornadoes, but they kill more people in America than almost any other type of weather. People underestimate the sheer power of water and how little it takes to knock you off your feet or carry your car away. Take a moment for us to explain.
Rescue Team’s Warning: Stay Out Of Floodwaters
November 3, 2025, 12:00 pm EST
Floodwaters don’t have to be deep to be deadly—and rescue teams in Paducah, Kentucky, are sounding the alarm. David Shepard from the McCracken County Rescue Squad explains how just a few feet of fast-moving water can knock you down or sweep your car away. Emergency crews are prepared to respond, often risking their lives for strangers. This firsthand warning is a must-hear as extreme weather becomes more common across the U.S.
After The Flood: What To Know When Going Home
July 9, 2025, 7:07 am EDT
Coming back home after a flood is never easy. Learn what to look out for, including electrical safety, flood water contamination and cleaning up.
How To Prepare For A Flood
July 9, 2025, 7:07 am EDT
Floods are the most common natural disaster in the United States, according to experts at the federal government’s Ready Campaign (ready.gov). Learn how to keep your family safe before the floodwaters rise in your community.
The Correct Way To Fill A Sandbag Against Flooding
May 2, 2025, 2:33 pm EDT
Sandbags are used to help keep floodwaters from buildings. Here is a look at the correct way to fill them.
What Makes A Debris Flow So Dangerous?
March 23, 2025, 11:27 pm EDT
Meteorologist Danielle Banks explains what makes a debris flow so dangerous
This Is Why You Don't Drive Through Flooded Roads
March 23, 2025, 10:35 pm EDT
Meteorologist Ari Sarsalari discusses the dangers of driving your car through sitting water.
Is Houston The Flood Capital Of The U.S.?
March 22, 2025, 12:27 am EDT
A major flood event occurs somewhere in the Houston area about every two years, according to the Harris County Flood Control District. And it can happen anytime of the year.
This Could Be Next For Southern California: Debris Flows
March 22, 2025, 12:08 am EDT
Wildfires make land susceptible to dangerous debris flows because fires burn the vegetation holding the land in place. A mudslide or debris flow can bury or destroy homes and buildings in minutes with little warning.
The Danger Of ‘Flesh-Eating’ Bacteria After Storms
November 14, 2024, 12:00 pm EST
Cases of vibrio vulnificus, also known as “flesh-eating” bacteria, can spike after a storm or hurricane. The bacteria thrives in warm brackish water, including storm surge. While cases are still rare, they can be deadly. Here’s what to know.

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