Flooding in Red River Valley
Posted on | March 16, 2009 |
The Red River Valley looks to flood again this year. Here is good advice from flood survivors, FEMA and insurance agents on prepping for possible floods.
One of the things we hear from readers is that mobile home owners are particularly vulnerable to natural disasters. This is often because the homes have a tough time withstanding Mother Nature’s worst.
If you or someone you know is in a mobile home, be sure they know where at least three emergency shelters are located. Contact your local emergency management office or American Red Cross for information.
Then, be sure to ask when each shelters is open. We have heard from many readers that their designated shelter was closed when they needed it. Many times shelters are in parks or other public areas and with budget cuts, these places are not kept up or open (ah, the shrinking government….). This is why having a list of public shelters near you is critical.
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