SRWMD reminds residents of flood dangers during Florida Flood Awareness Week

SRWMD Contributor This week is Florida Flood Awareness Week, and the Suwannee River Water Management District (SRWMD) wants to remind residents of the dangers of flooding. Flooding is one of the most common hazards in Florida – in the last year, the SRWMD has experienced multiple flooding events – and due to the many different types of flooding, residents face potential threats from flooding year-round. “Flooding can happen very quickly, and we always need to be aware of changing conditions and our surroundings,” said Hugh Thomas, executive director of the SRWMD. “Residents need to be prepared for all phases of the storm to ensure their safety in the event of a worst-case s