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Flood Facts from Benton County December 23, 2013 • Flood Facts from Benton County 3 a Few Steps Now Will Prevent Damage Later Branches At Your Service...Every Day since 1847 from LOOD ACTS BENTON COUNTY FDecember 23, 2013 F Benton County, Oregon When it rains, it pours … and you’re in a floodplain This information is being distributed to portion of your property is located in or is established. Benton County is one of only property owners whom county records near a floodplain. eight communities – including the cities of indicate own property within the Federal Rural Benton County has approximately Albany and Corvallis (added in 2012), Marion Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) 57,000 acres of land located within County and Tillamook County – to maintain designated floodplain in Benton County. floodplains and nearly 3,200 individual Class 6 ratings in Oregon. Rural Benton Flooding can cause significant property parcels that are partially or entirely located County residents have enjoyed Class 6 level damage and poses a threat to life and safety. within a floodplain. discounts of 20% on their flood insurance The following information is provided Benton County is committed to continued premiums for the past six years due to the to increase flood hazard awareness and participation in the National Flood Insurance county’s maintenance of that classification. provide information about steps that can Program (NFIP) on behalf of its citizens. Statewide only one government agency – the be taken to minimize the risk of injury and Since 2007 Benton County has maintained city of Portland – has a lower rating, at Class property damage in the event of a flood. If a Class 6 floodplain management rating, 5. you have questions or would like additional resulting in a 20% discount on flood Because standard property insurance information, please refer to the “Contact insurance premiums for properties does not cover flood damage, all eligible Information” section on Page 2. located in a floodplain and a 10% discount property owners are encouraged to You are receiving this mailing because, for properties located outside of a floodplain. purchase flood insurance. although your home or outbuilding may These discounts are automatically applied not actually be in the floodplain, some each time a policy is renewed or a new policy Corvallis, OR 97333 Suite 111 Ave 408 SW Monroe Benton County Starr Creek Road, January 2012 Flood safety, step by step Everyone lives in a flood zone. Before a Flood information. Tune your radio to 550 AM Floors and stairs that have KOAC or the local cable TV channel for been covered with mud Find out if your property is in a flood- announcements and updates about flood can be slippery. prone area. Contact your local office of events. Many other local radio and television Be alert for gas leaks. community development or emergency stations carry Emergency Alert System (EAS) Use a flashlight to inspect management for assistance. broadcasts, as well. for damage. Don’t use Avoid areas that are subject to flooding. smoke or candles, lanterns • Albany Community Development, Check with local authorities (for example, or open flames unless you 541-917-7551 public works or department of transporta- know that the gas has been • Benton County Community Development, tion) to determine affected areas, road clo- turned off and the area has 541-766-6819 sures and/or high water warnings. For infor- been ventilated. • Corvallis Community Development, mation regarding county roads, contact the Check for damage. 541-766-6981 Benton County Public Works Department Check for structural dam- Permit number U.S. Postage • Philomath Planning Office, at 541-766-6821. The Oregon Department of age before re-entering your Corvallis OR PAID 232 541-929-6148 Transportation provides road condition in- home. Contact the appro- • Benton County Emergency Management, formation with live cameras on the Internet priate professionals imme- 541-766-6864 • Linn County Emergency Management, at www.tripcheck.com. diately if you suspect dam- Highway 20, January 2012 541-967-3950 Do not walk through flowing water. age to water, gas, electric Drowning is the number one cause of flood and sewer lines. deaths, most of which occur during flash Throw away water-dam- able for the adjuster. Law enforcement offi- You can help Purchase flood insurance to protect cials may require the disposal of damaged your property. If you live in the floodplain floods. Currents can be deceptive; 6 inches aged food, including canned goods that you are eligible to purchase NFIP flood in- of moving water can knock you off your feet. have come in contact with floodwaters. items. If so, keep a swatch or other sample of prevent flooding If you walk in standing water, use a pole or Boil water until local authorities declare the the items for the adjuster. surance. In some cases you may be required A great deal of the ability to decrease flood stick to ensure that the ground is still there. water supply safe to drink. Floodwaters pick to carry flood insurance. Contact your insur- risk is under property owners’ control by ance company or agent, or call the NFIP at Turn around; don’t drown. More people up sewage and chemicals from roads, farms, Clean everything that got wet 1-888-379-9531 (TDD# 1-800-720-1090) for drown in their cars than anywhere else, and factories and storage buildings. Spoiled Prevent mold and remove wet contents maintaining drainage systems properly. more information. even a few inches of water can stall or wash food, flooded cosmetics and medicine can immediately. Remove saturated carpeting, Plugged culverts can cause water to back Develop and maintain a seven-day away a car. Never drive through flooded be health hazards. When in doubt, throw stuffed furniture, bedding (if wet) and any up and flood roads and property. As a result, emergency preparedness kit. Keep emer- roadways or around barriers; the road or them out. other items holding dampness, moisture Benton County Public Works encourages gency supplies gathered in a portable flood- bridge may be washed out or the water may Look out for animals. Small animals that or water inside the building. Walls, floors, property owners not to dispose of leaves and and rodent-proof container with food, pota- conceal another hazard. have been flooded out of their homes may doors, closets and shelves should be washed cuttings in ditches or drainage ways because ble water and safety and hygiene supplies for Stay away from power lines and electri- seek shelter in yours. Use a pole or a stick to thoroughly and disinfected. they can get washed into culverts, causing all family members. For more information cal wires. The second most common flood poke and turn things over and scare away Thoroughly dry out the building’s in- blockage. on creating a family emergency/disaster kit, killer is electrocution. Electrical current can small animals. terior. Portable dehumidifiers are useful Every fall, Public Works utilizes corrections visit www.co.benton.or.us/sheriff/ems/ and travel through water. Report downed power and rental costs may be covered under your work crews to clear culvert openings to keep go to “Emergency Preparedness.” lines to the power company or local authori- File Your Flood Insurance Claim Prepare an evacuation plan. Before the flood policy. Your air conditioner also can be them from plugging and causing floods. ties immediately. Call your flood insurance agent to file a used to start the drying process. floodwaters arrive, develop a household Shut off asg and electricity and move claim. Have the following information with Public Works also cleans sediment and evacuation plan that includes a designated If the walls are damaged take photo- valuable property upstairs. Some appli- you when you place your call: (1) the name material from county ditches on a rotational meeting place outside, as well as an escape graphs of the baseboard, then remove it. basis. ances, such as television sets, keep electrical of your insurance company (your agent may Knock small holes at floor level in the dry- route out of the floodplain and away from Sometimes drainage way blockages are floodwaters. charge even after they have been unplugged. write policies for more than one company); wall, between the wall studs. This will permit caused by wildlife. Public Works and other Remember to consider your pets and Don’t use appliances or motors that have (2) your policy number; and (3) a telephone moisture trapped behind the drywall to seep other animals in your evacuation plan. gotten wet unless they have been taken number/e-mail address where you can be out and start drying. agencies often deal with beaver dams in apart, cleaned and dried. reached. Most evacuation shelters do not accept pets Have your furnace checked for damage. county rights-of-way when they block the Take photos. To make filing your claim so you will need to make other arrangements Your water heater may be working but if the flow of water in ditches. After a Flood easier, take photos of any water in the house for your animals. floodwater was up on the tank, the insula- There are other things that property Know how and under what circum- and damaged personal property. If neces- owners can do to lessen the risk of flooding If your home has suffered flood damage, sary, place these items outside the home. tion between the walls is damaged. Obtain stances to turn off utilities. Keep appropri- and minimize maintenance costs by keeping ate tools, including an adjustable wrench, following are some steps to help you stay Your adjustor will need evidence of the an estimate to replace the damaged one. water flowing, includinag: where they will be readily accessible when safe and secure in the days ahead. damage and damaged items (such as cut For more information, those interested they are needed.
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