Warning: Flash Flood

"A Flash Flood Warning is in effect in Albany County. This means that a flood is happening or may happen very soon, and the water can rise and move very quickly.  

The Albany County Department of Health wants you to know:

Do not attempt to drive through a flooded road. Turn around, don't drown!

Rising and fast floodwaters can sweep vehicles away or cause you to lose control of a vehicle. 

Stay out of floodwaters! Floodwater hides dangers that can cause sickness, injury, or even death: animals and insects, live wires, dangerous chemicals, sewage, harmful bacteria, and sharp objects and debris. 

Get to higher ground if you are in a flooded area. 

Stay tuned to local weather updates and take steps to protect yourself and others! 

More Information & Resources:

NYSDOH: Extreme Weather and Flooding: https://www.health.ny.gov/environmental/emergency/flood/

NYSDHSES: Flood Safety Tips: https://www.dhses.ny.gov/flood "

Shared from this morning's Albany County email update.