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Every spring, the Township of Ramara proactively monitors water levels throughout the Township and watches for flood warnings and watches from our local conservation authority and the Ministry of Natural Resources. 

What to Do During a Flood

In the event of flooding, here are some tips you can follow:

  • When approaching a flooded area, don't guess the depth of the water.
  • Avoid crossing bridges if the water is high and flowing quickly.
  • Don't drive through floodwater and never cross a flooded area on foot.
  • Find another route if necessary.
  • If your home or business has flooded, watch for electrical shock hazards and gas leaks or odours (sewage).
  • Don't enter a flooded area, especially if there is any concern that structural integrity has been compromised.

Protect Your Home from Flooding

  • Extend downspouts at least 2 m from your home to move water away from the building.
  • Shovel snow at least 1 to 1.5 m away from your home’s foundation.
  • Put weather protection sealant around basement windows and ground-level doors.
  • Keep gutters and nearby storm drains clear of debris and remove debris from water drainage systems such as weeping tile, culverts and ditches.
  • Check your sump pump, backup pump and power supply. Ensure they are all in good working order and not connected in the sanitary sewer system.
  • Raise large appliances in the basement above potential water level.
  • Find your floor drain and make sure nothing is covering it (e.g. boxes, furniture, carpet).
  • Learn how to turn off utilities such as electricity and gas in your residence. 
  • Determine if there are any special precautions required to safeguard electrical, natural gas, fuel oil or propane heating. 

Other Tips to Be Prepared

 Financial Preparedness
  • Speak to an insurance agent about your specific needs.
  • Know your insurance policy. Make sure your home, vehicle, business and belongings are protected.
 Protect Your Important Items
  • Collect any important documents such as passports, birth certificates, banking information, and insurance papers and store them safely above ground level.
  • Protect your valuables in waterproof containers. Place them above potential water levels.
 Safeguard Livestock

 Set up a plan for your livestock ahead of time.

  • Ensure that your animals have access to high areas in case of flooding, as well as food and clean water.
  • If your property does not have high areas, contact neighbours or surrounding farms to discuss having your animals stay there. 
  • Make an emergency plan for your animals:
    • Create a contact list of emergency phones numbers including your employees, neighbours, veterinarian and transportation resources.
    • Create a current list of all animals.
    • Handling equipment.
    • Food, water and emergency supplies.
 Have a Plan for Your Pet
  • Have an evacuation plan for your pet - know a safe place where you can take your pets if a flood occurs.
  • Develop a buddy system - plan with neighbours, friends or relatives to make sure someone is available to care for your evacuate your pets it you are unable to do so.
  • Build an emergency kit for your pet that includes:
    • Food
    • Water
    • Medicine
    • First-Aid Kit
    • Collar with ID tag and harness or leash
    • Travelling bag, crate or sturdy carrier.
    • Grooming items
    • Sanitation needs
    • A picture of you and your pet.
    • Familiar items - toys, treats, etc.

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