FLOOD INFORMATION CENTER
Flooding is a coast to coast threat to the United States and its territories nearly every day of the year. The information on this page is designed to give you the necessary information to better understand the dangers and help teach you how to stay safe in a flood event. If you know what to do before, during, and after a flood you can increase your chances of survival.
The Hancock County Emergency Management Agency, through the help of the National Weather Service, monitors all weather systems that can affect our area. Through special alerts which are distributed from the County's Emergency Notification System and information shared on social media, the Hancock County EMA makes sure that everyone in Hancock County is kept safe and weather wise.
Everyone is encouraged to register for alerts from our Emergency Notification System. This service is FREE to anyone and can help save lives. By getting the information from this service as well as using the ability of your existing smart phone as described in the video on this page, you can be better prepared when dangers are approaching.
Click the links below for more helpful information.
 Whether you are driving or walking, if you come to a flooded road, Turn Around Don't Drown. You will not know the depth of the water nor will you know the condition of the road under the water. |  Information showing river gauge readings and forecasts. |  This preparedness guide explains flood-related hazards and suggests lifesaving actions you can take. |
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 What to do before, during and after a flood. |  How can you better prepare for a flood? |  StormSmart Mississippi is a resource with the latest and best information on how to protect from weather and climate hazards. |
 From daily weather forecasts, severe storm warnings and climate monitoring to fisheries management, coastal restoration and supporting marine commerce, NOAA’s products and services support economic vitality and affect more than one-third of America’s gross domestic product. |  State of Mississippi Emergency Management Agency information affecting our state. |  This section contains information about active and recent events tracked by the USGS National Floods Specialist. |
 Information about floods and other disasters. |  The mission of ASFPM is to promote education, policies, and activities that mitigate current and future losses, costs, and human suffering caused by flooding, and to protect the natural and beneficial functions of floodplains - all without causing adverse impacts. |  Flooding is a coast to coast threat to the United States and its territories nearly every day of the year. This page is designed to teach you how to stay safe in a flood event. If you know what to do before, during, and after a flood you can increase your chances of survival. Here you will find an interactive flood map, information describing the different types of flooding, educational material, and resources on how the National Weather Service keeps you aware of potentially dangerous flooding |
 How to keep pets safe in natural disasters or everyday emergencies. |  Find out your risks and how to protect yourself and property from loss damages. |