Driving into floodwaters causes more than half of all flood-related drownings
Heavy rain, high tides, and storm surge can bring significant amounts of water to Hillsborough County. When this happens, streets throughout the county can flood, and driving a vehicle into flooded areas can be life threatening.
If you come to an area that is covered with water, you likely will not know the water's depth or the condition of the road or ground beneath it. So, never drive on flooded roadways.
Many people don't realize the power and force of water. Rushing water just one foot deep can move most cars, and two feet of fast-moving water can displace SUVs and pickups.
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