Media Release by Prince William County Fire & Rescue
The National Weather Service has issued a flood warning for urban areas and small streams in Prince William County and surrounding areas until 5:15 p.m. Due to heavy rainfall the area has been experiencing localized street flooding and in some incidents causing street closures. Fire and rescue units have responded to numerous flood-related incidents in which motorists have become trapped in their vehicles after attempting to cross flooded roadways.
All too often, victims underestimate the power and force of the water which can result in deadly incidents -- the second highest percentage of flood-related deaths.
Prince William County Department of Fire and Rescue (www.pwcgov.org/fire) would like to remind the community that flooding and the hazards associated with flooding can take place anywhere at anytime especially when large amounts of rainfall is predicted. To protect you and your loved ones should flooding occur, heed the warnings and follow these life-saving tips:
water can sweep you off your feet!
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