2023 NH Flood Safety Awareness Week - Day 4

It’s Day 4 of Flood Safety Awareness Week and today’s “Know the Flow: Types of Flooding that may Affect Your Community” is shallow flooding. Shallow flooding occurs in flat areas where a lack of stream capacity means water cannot drain away easily. Shallow flooding can result in water-collecting floodplains, low-lying urbanized areas, and other places with drainage problems.

Did you know that just 6 inches of water will reach the bottom of most passenger cars and most vehicles will begin to float in just 12 inches of water? 24 inches of water will sweep most vehicles away, including SUVs and pick-ups. Remember, turn around, don’t drown!

Learn how you can prepare for flooding with the following resources:

• Readynh.gov - New Hampshire’s official source for information during state emergencies.
• NH Flood Hazard Viewer – Find out if you live in a flood-prone area.  
• Floodsmart.gov – Information on National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Flood Insurance. 

The New Hampshire Floodplain Management Team
Learn more about New Hampshire Flood Safety Awareness Week