How Dangerous is a Flash Flood to Erie Residents?

7/1/2021 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of West Erie County is ready to respond 24/7 when your Erie property is in need.

During this time of year, we can often see big storms roll through Erie. With these storms comes heavy rainfall that could ultimately lead to flash flooding. What is flash flooding? Is it dangerous to me? How about my home? SERVPRO of West Erie County is here to answer all your questions.

The National Weather Service defines a flash flood as, “flooding that begins within 6 hours, often within 3 hours, of the heavy rainfall…” These floods happen fast and sometimes without warning. Their sudden appearance makes them dangerous, especially if you encounter high or fast-moving water when traveling.

We know these floods are dangerous, but where are they typically occurring? Flash floods often make smaller creeks and rivers overflow and spill off into the surrounding areas. They also can occur when levees and dams break. If you are in areas near small rivers and streams or dams, you may be at risk of flash floods.

If you are traveling and come across moving flooding over the road, DO NOT drive or walk through it. Just 6 inches of moving water can knock you over. If there’s heavy rainfall, avoid those areas mentioned above that are susceptible to flooding.

Like any flooding, homes can certainly be damaged. When this happens, SERVPRO of West Erie County is Here to Help! We are ready to respond with our industry leading Water Restoration Process which consists of:

Step 1: Emergency Contact

Step 2: Inspection and Water Damage Assessment

Step 3: Water Removal / Water Extraction

Step 4: Drying and Dehumidification

Step 5: Cleaning and Sanitizing

Step 6: Restoration

Before SERVPRO of West Erie County arrives, you can follow these Water Damage Tips.

Whenever your property suffers from water damage, get the industry leader in water damage restoration on your side. SERVPRO of West Erie County is ready to respond 24/7 when your Erie property is in need. Call us today at (814) 806-1987 or visit our Website to get your home to preloss condition fast!