Palm Beach County Health Officials Warn Residents To Avoid Dangerous Floodwaters

Don’t Drive in Flooded Areas

Floodwater can pose a drowning risk for everyone — regardless of how well they swim.

  • Swiftly moving shallow water can be deadly, and even shallow standing water can be dangerous for small children.
  • Always follow warnings about flooded roads.
  • Don’t drive in flooded areas — cars or other vehicles won’t protect you from floodwaters.
  • Vehicles can be swept away or might stall in moving water.

Floodwaters Can Be Contaminated…

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