What are the hazards of walking or driving a vehicle through floodwaters?

Floodwaters can be deeper than they appear. Swift moving water only 15 cm. (6 in.) deep can force people to lose their balance. Automobiles can be swept away in water that is only 60 cm. (2 ft.) deep.

Source: NOAA and NWS

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