Emergency Preparation Series - Flood

The series will continue with a presentation by Mike Boucher, Senior Hydrologist with the Contra Costa County Flood Control & Water Conservation District. Many residents and business owners can recall flooding in the past decade from late December rainfalls that were vastly heavier than expected. Those in the lower elevations can vividly recall the floodwaters caused from creek runoff, clogged storm drains, and heavy rains threatening to enter their homes and businesses.
What does history tell us about flooding in Contra Costa County? What conditions do the experts look at to predict flooding? What steps can homeowners and businesses take to protect their property? These questions and more will be answered in this presentation.