Italy
Italy has experienced flooding throughout its long history from the Alpine north to its southern tip. In 1963, the Vajont River Dam in a region of Italy just north of…
Author: Richard Davies
Clearing Up Flood Damage
Before you enter your home after a flood, walk around and check for structural damage, loose electrical wires and the smell and hissing sound of gas leaks. Call the authorities…
Returning to a flood zone
When allowed to return home, be careful. Even standing water can be dangerous, contaminated with sewage or electrified by downed wires. Roads may be weakened and might collapse under the…
Evacuation
In the event that you may be informed you must leave your home, utmost care should be taken in getting away from the danger area. A bit of planning will…
Stay informed
Once you’ve made all your preparations for a flood, then the next step is to know when one is about to arrive. Listen to weather reports on TV or the…
Dealing with pets
Pets should also have a disaster kit packed just for them. Medical supplies, food, water and food bowls, bedding and toys should be included, as well as additional fresh water.…
Preparing for a flood
People can prepare for the certainty of floods by several simple means. The first step is to have a disaster kit stored at home. A kit should contain: o Weather-radio…
Ireland
Ireland itself has not been prone to flooding until the last few years. The agricultural nature of the country up until recently may have been one of the reasons. Paving…
France
Back in 1892, the Tête Rousse glacier on Mount Blanc in southeastern France caused a flood with the spring release of a buried lake within the glacier. The resulting flood…
