FLOOD : DUE TO WRONG WASTE                                  DISPOSAL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 What is flood? 

A flood is an overflow of water that submerges land that is usually dry. In the sense of "flowing water", the word may also be applied to the inflow of the tide. Floods are an area of study of the discipline hydrology and are of significant concern in agriculture, civil engineering and public health. 

 

What is the effects of flood? 

Floods have large social consequences for communities and individuals. And most people are well aware, the immediate impacts of flooding include loss of human life, damage to property, destruction of crops, loss of livestock, and deterioration of health conditions owing to waterborne diseases.

 

What is the causes of flood? 

Flooding also occur due to garbage that is not disposed of properly in its left alone, so when it rains, the garbage that is thrown in and the wrong bin can cause in blockages in the canals and cause flooding. And also floods can happen during heavy rains, when ocean waves come on shore, when snow melts quickly, or when dams or levees break. 

 

 Flood Safety Tips

Flooding is a leading cause of death in many disasters. Learn how to prepare for a flood, stay safe during a flood, and protect your health when you return home after a flood.     

What to do During a Flood Warning or Flash Flood Warning

* Move immediately to higher ground or stay on high ground.

* Continue to check the media for emergency information.

* Follow instructions from public safety officials. ...

* If you must evacuate your home, take only essential items and bring your pets if safe to do so.

 

Measurements of the floods

Floods are measured by stream gauges that are installed in bodies of water located near populated areas. They are installed and operated by the United States Geological Survey (USGS), collecting all data before sending it to the National Weather Service (NWS).