{"id":8341,"date":"2017-02-28T13:44:02","date_gmt":"2017-02-28T18:44:02","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/terrybryant.wpengine.com\/?p=8341"},"modified":"2023-10-13T09:18:46","modified_gmt":"2023-10-13T14:18:46","slug":"flood-safety-tips-houston-residents","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.terrybryant.com\/blogs\/flood-safety-tips-houston-residents","title":{"rendered":"Flood Safety Tips for Houston Residents"},"content":{"rendered":"

\t\t\t\tHouston residents are no strangers to floods. They have become an ever-present reality in our lives over recent years, and our city\u2019s infrastructure is obviously struggling to meet the demands caused by flash floods. If you’re seeking flood damage compensation in Houston<\/a>, our experienced team can help you navigate the process effectively.<\/p>

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When the skies open and the rain floods our roads, drivers are put in a very dangerous situation. Some parts of Houston are more susceptible to flooding than others, as the Houston Chronicle pointed out<\/a> in an article about the areas of our city that are most vulnerable to flooding. The article lists Telge Road near Spring Cypress Road, Interstate 45 near Crosstimbers, White Oak Drive near Beauchamp Street, and more than 25 other spots that pose flood risks to drivers.<\/p>\n

The Houston Chronicle says that in a two-month span (between January and March of 2015) about 150 flooding incidents were reported on Houston streets. Being caught in the middle of a flash flood can be a scary experience, a fact that Houstonians know all too well. However, knowing what to do in the event of a flood can make you safer and help take some of the anxiety out of the situation.<\/p>\n

Here are a few flood-safety tips to keep in mind:<\/strong><\/p>\n