Don’t Do These Things in a Flood Emergency

As drastic weather looms in the horizon over Shreveport-Bossier once again, we're passing along a little reminder from The Weather Channel about the worst things you can do during a flood emergency. These people know what they're talking about, so pay attention, and y'all be safe out there!

• Don't drive through floodwaters - ever
• Don't use electricity in a flooded home
• Don't get in the floodwater, and definitely don't let your kids play in it
• Don't approach or handle wild animals in floodwaters
• Don't ever ignore flood warnings
• Don't forget to assemble, and put where you can find, a severe floodwater kit in advance
• Don't leave the electricity on, or items plugged in if you have to leave your home
• Don't wear the wrong attire. Appropriate clothing in floodwaters can be the difference between life and death. Flip flops just aren't going to cut it
• Don't leave furniture or important items outdoors or on the bottom level of your house. Floodwaters can sweep away things really quickly, and you might not get a chance to get them back