However, all floods are not alike. Some floods develop slowly, sometimes over a period of days. But flash floods can develop quickly, sometimes in just a few minutes and without any visible signs of rain. Flash floods often have a dangerous wall of roaring water that carries rocks, mud, and other debris and can sweep away most things in its path. Overland flooding occurs outside a defined river or stream, such as when a levee is breached, but still can be destructive. Flooding can also occur when a dam breaks, producing effects similar to flash floods.

Be aware of flood hazards no matter where you live, but especially if you live in a low-lying area, near water or downstream from a dam. Even very small streams, gullies, creeks, culverts, dry streambeds, or low-lying ground that appear harmless in dry weather can flood.

• *Situation Reports June 2008
  
• *Previous News/Press Releases
  
• *Previous Press Releases - FEMA
  
• DOT Incident Alerts  +
  
• Red Cross Shelter Information  +
  
• Disaster Assistance
  
• Resources for Residents Impacted by Severe Storms & Flooding
    -    Basement waterproofing can leave leaks
    -    Be Wary of Storm Chasers
    -    Benefit Assistance
    -    Disaster Brochure - Provided by Department of Health & Family Services
    -    Disaster FoodShare Benefits for Flood Victims  +
    -    Flood Victims should call 2-1-1 for help
    -    Flooding Health & Safety Tips  +
    -    Insurance
    -    Preparing for and Coping with Spring Flooding from DNR  +
    -    Sandbag Disposal
    -    Use Caution when Operating Generators
  
• Storms and Flooding Photos
  
• Volunteer Resources
    -    Civil Liablity for Volunteers
    -    Script for Call Center – Needing Help  +
    -    Script for Call Center – Offering Help  +
    -    Volunteer Access to Property and Release of Liability Waiver  +
    -    Volunteer Center of Washington County Wisconsin  +
    -    Volunteer Liability Brochure
    -    Volunteer Reception Center Manual  +
    -    Volunteer Registration Form  +
    -    Volunteer Safety Training  +
    -    Volunteer Sign-Up Sheet
    -    WI DHFS Guidelines for Safety of Volunteers  +
    -    WI Specific Liability Protections for Volunteers
  
• Before the flood
  
• What to do during a flood event
  
• What to do after the flood
  
• Attention Editors & News Directors
  
• Weather Alerts- National Weather Service   +
  
• Get Rid of Mold - English
  
• Get Rid of Mold - Spanish
  
• State Agencies Offering Assistance
    -    Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP)  +
    -    Department of Corrections (DOC)  +
    -    Department of Health and Family Services (DHFS)  +
    -    Department of Natural Resources (DNR)  +
    -    Department of Transportation (DOT)  +
    -    Office of the Commissioner of Insurance  +