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Pluvial floods can happen everywhere…

#Floods are natural disasters caused by an overflow of water that submerges land usually dry. They can result from heavy rainfall, rapid snowmelt, coastal storms, or the failure of dams and levees. Floods can cause extensive damage to infrastructure, homes, and agriculture, leading to significant economic losses and posing serious threats to human safety and health. Ever wondered… what are the common types of floods. Here’s a quick reference for us all… Zurich Resilience Solutions Zurich Insurance #natcatexposures #climateresilience #letsunderstand

This is an excellent summary of the different types of floods. Do you know how your Property coverage would respond to each?

Which do you say is prevalent in your area of Nigeria?

External flooding from heavy rains or storms is a major cause of water damage. 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲'𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄: 🚫 1 inch of flood water can cause $25,000 in damage 🚫 Flash floods can develop in just 6 hours 🚫 98% of basements will experience water damage in their lifetime Is your home prepared for the unexpected? https://lnkd.in/gjPeNdQn #FloodAwareness #HomeProtection #RainyDayRestoration

#FloodTipTuesday ⚠️ Do you know the warning signs that a flood is heading your way? Knowing the signs of a potential flood beforehand gives you valuable time to act. 👀 Here are some key indicators that a flood might be closer than you think...

Removing snow around your home and on your roof can prevent flooding as it melts. Follow these tips to minimize your flood risk: https://bit.ly/3t0JjK1 If you have any questions about flood policies, please call us. We're here to help!

Floods can happen unexpectedly, and it's important to stay safe! Here are a few essential tips to keep in mind: ◾️ DO NOT play or swim in flood water – flood water can make you sick. ◾️ Go to a higher floor or higher ground. ◾️ DO NOT drink floodwater. Stay alert and always make safety a priority during floods! #DisasterRiskReduction #DRRday #ResilienceForAll #EarlyWarningForAll #ACS #EducationforResilience #DisasterReadyKids

🏡 When purchasing a home near a body of water, always check the flood zone maps to ensure the property is not in a high-risk flood area. This can save you from potential future headaches and expenses. #realestateadvice #floodsafety 🌊

Learn about the types of floods and how to reduce municipal flood risk with our new tool! 1. Intense rainfall flooding is the temporary inundation of normally dry land, independent of an overflowing body of water. 2. Coastal flooding occurs when seawater or freshwater—in the case of large lakes— inundates the land. 3.  River flooding occurs when the flow of water in a river or stream exceeds its channel and overspills its banks. 🌊 Download the Check-Up (and report) for free and learn how you can prepare for the various types of flooding: https://lnkd.in/eXkm2SMw #MunicipalFloodRiskCheckup #tacklingfloodingtogether #floodrisk #floodresilience #climatechange #extremeweather