Like many other natural disasters, floods can happen with no warning. They move quickly, pull trees out of the ground, destroy buildings and hurt people.
Being caught in a flood is dangerous, not only because there is so much water and it’s moving quickly, but also because of what the water is carrying. Debris (残骸) in the current can injure anyone in the floodwater, making swimming more difficult. To survive a flash flood, keep the following things in your mind.
If a flood warning is issued, try to find a shelter immediately. Never try to walk, swim or drive through floodwaters.
Avoid bridges that cross rapidly moving water, as floodwaters can cause bridges to break.
Stay inside a car that is trapped in fast-moving water. Only get out if the water begins to flood the car, and then move to the roof of it.
Avoid power lines. A knocked-down power line can cause surrounding water to become charged, leading to injury
Listen to the broadcast for further instructions before getting away from the flood successfully.
The results of a flood can be just as deadly. It can cause power failure and traffic jams, and break down communication. In addition, it may not be possible to deliver food and water to the flooded area. After the flood, return to your home only after local governments have said it is safe to do so. Use bottled or boiled water for drinking and cooking. And avoid driving through flooded areas and walking alone outside at night.
【小题1】When a flash flood happens, you should _______.| A．try to walk, swim or drive through floodwaters |
| B．choose the bridges that cross rapidly moving water |
| C．get out of a car that is trapped in fast-moving water |
| D．avoid power lines |
| A．The car. | B．The bridge. |
| C．The house. | D．The power line. |
| A．go back to your home quickly | B．use bottled or boiled water |
| C．drive through flooded areas | D．walk alone outside at night |
| A．A diary. | B．A story book. |
| C．A newspaper. | D．A travel guidebook. |
