Natural Disasters can cut off water service or contaminate water supplies. Know what to do if disaster strikes.

Be Prepared for a flood, hurricane, tornado or earthquake by:
storing water in clean jugs, sinks, etc.	turning off the main water valve. (See be prepared for other water emergencies.)
By doing this, you'll protect your water from contamination.
After a Natural Disaster: Don't drink from the tap until advised it's safe to do so. Flush out house lines to make sure the water is safe and clean. (contact your water utility for assistance.) Check utility lines and report any damage. Never use food or water that has come in contact with untreated water (such as flood water). Check sewage lines to see that they're intact before flushing toilets.	If Told To Evacuate Shut off water, gas, and electricity. If you don't know how, contact your utility for assistance before there's an emergency. Drain all pipes and water storage tanks. Flush toilets and drain them. Take bottled water with you. Have a plan to evacuate any pets safely.

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