Flood Facts

11/17/2020 (Permalink)

Rising river waters become incredibly destructive when they crest their banks. Buildings, trees, and even bridges are no match for their power.

Floods are one of the most common and widespread natural disasters in the United States. No matter where you may live, floods can can pose a significant threat. Whether you are near mountains, coastlines, along city streets or near a river, the threat for flooding is all around us. According to the National Flood Insurance Program, houses in the United States 26% chance of being damaged by a flood during the course of a 30-year mortgage. Businesses face similar risks by flooding. Here are some statistics regarding flood damage in the US:

• More than half of all fatalities during floods are auto related often the result of drivers misjudging the depth of water on a road and being swept away in a swiftly moving current.
• Underpasses can be some of the most dangerous places during a flash flood- especially at night when it's difficult to see.
• The principal causes of floods in the western U.S. are snowmelt and rainstorms.
• The principal causes of floods in the eastern U.S. are hurricanes and storms.
• Floods kill an average of 140 people per year in the U.S., making flooding the most deadly natural disaster.

If a flood strikes your home or business, be sure to contact SERVPRO of Cheshire County. By doing so, you can trust that you've contacted a company with decades of experience in the industry who uses cutting edge equipment and has highly trained personnel to assist with your property damage. SERVPRO will stop at nothing to make your flood damage "Like it never even happened." Available 24/7/365.