Hazards of Floodwaters

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15 May 2019 4:44 AM
At WeatherNation, we often use the phrase "Turn Around, Don't Drown." There are many hazards you may encounter above and below floodwaters. https://youtu.be/mNkZ3urGoW4 In the United States, flooding kills more people annually than tornadoes, hurricanes, and lightning. So always remember to, "Turn Around, Don't Drown." -Meteorologist Viki Knapp  
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