C ALEN DAR - Texas Floodplain Management Association

2014 CALENDAR
Poster by: Sydney • 1st place grade 6-8
TEXAS FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION
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Dania
AUG: Estrella
SEPT: Bethany
OCT: Sydney
NOV: Alexandra
DEC: Denise
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TFMA believes that through coordinated, well-informed efforts, the public and private sectors can:
• Reduce loss of human life and property damage
resulting from flooding,
• Preserve the natural and cultural values of floodplains,
• Return valuable floodplains to their
natural state, and
• Avoid actions that exacerbate flooding.
TFMA Proudly Sponsors
TFMA now works with Texas Flash Flood Coalition (TFFC) to promote
Flash Flood Safety. Visit the TFFC website at www.texasflashflood.org
Visit the TFMA website at: www.tfma.org for more
information
TFMA’s Focus
Note: The TADD Poster Contest was part of the City of Austin’s Flood Awareness Week in March 2013.
TFMA sponsored the ribbons and prizes for the second, third and fourth place winners.
Vanesa
FEB: Avery
MAR: Charlotte
APR: Mia
MAY: Vanessa
JUN: Manuel
JAN:
TexAnna congratulates the
TADD Poster Contest Winners:
(TFMA) is the leading resource for floodplain management
professionals in Texas. We work to build partnerships
with federal, state and local agencies as well as other
professional organizations and associations. TFMA supports comprehensive non-structural management of the
state’s floodplains and related water resources. We strive
to educate the public about the risk of living in the floodplain, the need for flood insurance, and the need for hazard
mitigation activities to break the cycle of rebuilding
unwise development in our valuable waterways. Joining
TFMA affords members the opportunity to earn “national”
Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) status through the
Texas chapter and to continue professional growth through
training and educational opportunities.
Meet TexAnna
TADDpole. She
is a very special
taddpole. TexAnna
is the Official
Mascot of the
TFMA's Turn
Around Don't
Drown public
awareness and
outreach program.
Hey Kids
Texas Floodplain Management Association
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• Monitor the NOAA Weather Radio, or your favorite news source for vital
weather related information.
• If flooding occurs, get to higher ground. Get out of areas subject
to flooding. This includes dips, low spots, canyons, washes, etc.
• Avoid areas already Flooded, especially if the water is flowing fast.
Do not attempt to cross flowing streams. Turn Around Don’t Drown
• Road beds may be washed out under flood waters. NEVER drive through flooded
roadways. Turn Around Don’t Drown If your vehicle is suddenly caught
in rising water, leave it immediately and seek higher ground.
• Do not camp or park your vehicle along streams and washes, particularly during
threatening conditions.
• Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize
flood dangers.
Follow these safety rules:
related hazard. Why? The main reason is people underestimate the force and power of
water. Many of the deaths occur in automobiles as they are swept downstream. Of these
drownings, many are preventable, but too many people continue to drive around the barriers
that warm you the road is flooded.
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.
Each year, more deaths occur due to flooding than from any other thunderstorm
Most Flash Floods are caused by slow-moving thunderstorms,
thunderstorms that move repeatedly over the same area or heavy rains from tropical storms
and hurricanes. These floods can develop within minutes or hours depending on the intensity
and duration of the rain, the topography, soil conditions and ground cover.
Flash Floods can roll boulders, tear out trees, destroy buildings and
bridges, and scour out new channels. Rapidly rising water can reach heights of 30 feet or
more. Futhermore, flash flood-producing rains can also trigger catastrophic mud slides.
Occasionally, Floating debris or ice can accumulate at a natural or
man-made obstruction and restrict the flow of water. Water held back by the ice jam or
debris dam can cause flooding upstream. Subsequent flash flooding can occur downstream
if the obstruction should suddenly release.
More information can be obtained at http://www.srh.weather.gov/srh/tadd/
• Nearly half of all flash flood fatalities are vehicle-related,
• The majority of victims are males, and
• Flood deaths affect all age groups.
National Weather Service data also shows:
Except for heat related fatalities, more deaths occur from flooding than any other hazard.
Why? Most people fail to realize the power of water. For example, six inches of fast-moving
flood water can knock you off your feet.
While the number of fatalities can vary dramatically with weather conditions from year
to year, the national 30-year average for flood deaths is 127. That compares with a 30-year
average of 73 deaths for lightning, 65 for tornadoes and 16 for hurricanes.
Flash Floods
TURN AROUND
DON’T DROWN
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CONFEDERATE
HERO’S DAY
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7
14
21
28
2013
TUESDAY
26
27
28
21
20
19
MARTIN LUTHER
KING JR’S
BIRTHDAY
14
13
12
First Quarter
NEW YEAR’S DAY
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New Moon
1
29 D
31
30
22
New Moon
24
23 B
Last Quarter
17
10
3
16
Full Moon
9
2
FRIDAY
2
9
16
23
JANUARY
THURSDAY
15 A
8
WEDNESDAY
7F
6
NEVER drive through flooded roadways or attempt to cross
a low water crossing or bridge when water is flowing over
the pavement. Always remember to “Turn Around Don’t
Drown”, it may save your life and the life of those most
precious to you.
TexAnna TADDpole’s Tip:
MONDAY
5
5 6
12 13
19 20
26 27
DECEMBER
SUNDAY
Poster by: Vanesa • 4th place grade 1-2
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12 13
19 20
26 27
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7 8
14 15
21 22
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FEBRUARY
3
10
17
24
4
11
SATURDAY
2014
TUESDAY
25
18
17
24
11
10
9
PRESIDENT’S DAY
4
3
23
THURSDAY
TexAnna TADDpole’s Tip:
WEDNESDAY
26
19
12
First Quarter
5F
Full Moon
27
20
VALENTINE’S DAY
13 A
6
2
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30
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17
24
31
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18
25
5 6
12 13
19 20
26 27
MARCH
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21
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21 B
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15
Last Quarter
SATURDAY
2014
14
7
28
FRIDAY
FEBRUARY
Make sure your family has an evacuation plan and a family emergency kit which includes food, water, clothing, medications,
important papers and others items necessary for survival. Have a communication plan so if your family is separated during a disaster,
you will be able to contact each other and reconnect in a safe place.
MONDAY
2
4
11
18
25
16
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9 10
16 17
23 24
30 31
GROUND HOG DAY
5 6
12 13
19 20
26 27
1
7 8
14 15
21 22
28 29
JANUARY
SUNDAY
Poster by: Avery • 4th place grade 3-5
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New Moon
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30
Last Quarter
23 B
31
24
17
16
ST. PATRICK’S DAY
10
9
DAYLIGHT SAVINGS
TIME BEGINS
Full Moon
3
4
11
18
25
2
3
10
17
24
WEDNESDAY
TexAnna TADDpole’s Tip:
TUESDAY
25
18
11
4
ASH WEDNESDAY
26
19
12
5
FIRST DAY
OF SPRING
6
27
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2
9
16
23
30
3
10
17
24
New Moon
First Quarter
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29
22
15
8
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2014
SATURDAY
7F
5
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19
26
14
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11
18
25
28
(begins at sundown)
7
14
21
28
RAMADAN
6
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20
27
1
8
15
22
29
APRIL
FRIDAY
MARCH
13
THURSDAY
When possible, communities will attempt to barricade or block flooded roads or bridges,
but again, it is impossible to barricade all flooded roads and bridges. It has been
documented that some motorists will drive around barricades and into flooded roads only
to find themselves and others fighting for their life in swift flowing flood waters.
MONDAY
TEXAS
INDEPENDENCE DAY
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9
16
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FEBRUARY
SUNDAY
Poster by: Charlotte • 1st place grade 1-2
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10
17
24
31
EASTER
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9
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30
4
11
18
25
First Quarter
Full Moon
27
New Moon
28 D
EARTH DAY
Last Quarter
20
7
21 B
SAN JACINTO DAY
6F
8
1
29
22
15
TUESDAY
APRIL FOOL’S DAY
14 A
7
14
21
28
1
8
15
22
29
MONDAY
13
5 6
12 13
19 20
26 27
MARCH
SUNDAY
Poster by: Mia • 4th place grade 6-8
ADMINISTRATIVE
PROFESSIONAL’S
DAY
30
23
16
9
2
WEDNESDAY
3
GOOD FRIDAY
18
11
4
25
FRIDAY
Be very cautious when walking or playing near a flooded
stream. Stream banks can be very muddy and slippery and
could cave in causing you to fall into rapidly flowing water.
Especially watch the smaller kids and pets too!
TexAnna TADDpole’s Tip:
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THURSDAY
4
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18
25
APRIL
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12 13
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26 27
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14
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28
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17
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1
8
15
22
29
MAY
5
12
SATURDAY
2014
3
10
17
24
TUESDAY
27 D
19
26
New Moon
Last Quarter
Full Moon
13 A
18
MEMORIAL DAY
4
11
18
25
7
7
14
21
28
28
21
14
5 6
12 13
19 20
26 27
JUNE
3
10
17
24
First Quarter
6F
2
9
16
23
30
20 B
5
1
8
15
22
29
WEDNESDAY
12
CINCO DE MAYO
Buy and use a NOAA All Hazards Radio in your home. Also
consider a portable battery powered NOAA radio for use
in your vehicle during road trips and family outings.
NOAA radio will provide you with current weather
updates, flood watches and warnings and much more!
TexAnna TADDpole’s Tip:
MONDAY
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4
5 6
12 13
19 20
26 27
25
4
11
18
25
APRIL
2
9
16
23
30
MOTHER’S DAY
1
7 8
14 15
21 22
28 29
SUNDAY
Poster by: Vanessa • 1st place grade 3-5
8
1
29
22
15
THURSDAY
31
17
30
ARMED FORCE’S
DAY
10
3
24
16
9
2
SATURDAY
2014
23
FRIDAY
MAY
FATHER’S DAY
16
23
30
15
22
29
2
9
1
MONDAY
8
SUNDAY
Poster by: Manuel • 2nd place grade 6-8
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18
25
5 6
12 13
19 20
26 27
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14
21
28
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2
9
16
23
30
3
10
17
24
31
24
1
8
15
22
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MAY
3
10
TUESDAY
Last Quarter
FRIDAY
Full Moon
27
26 D
New Moon
20
13
6
19
12 A
5
Now that summer is here, adults and kids turn to the outdoors for fun and
recreation. When camping, never park your travel trailer or place your tent too
close to a flowing creek or stream. Always be weather-wise when outdoors and
if you notice water starting to rise, seek higher ground immediately.
TexAnna TADDpole’s Tip:
25
18 B
11
First Quarter
THURSDAY
4F
WEDNESDAY
6
13
20
27
7
14
21
28
1
8
15
22
29
2
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16
23
30
21
4
11
18
25
5
12
19
26
28
3
10
17
24
31
JULY
FIRST DAY
OF SUMMER
7
14
SATURDAY
2014
FLAG DAY
JUNE
2
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16
23
30
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10
17
24
4
11
18
25
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26 27
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21
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5 6
12 13
19 20
26 27
AUGUST
JUNE
PARENT’S DAY
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8
15
22
29
MONDAY
SUNDAY
Poster by: Dania • 3rd place grade 6-8
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1
29
22
15
TUESDAY
30
23
16
9
2
WEDNESDAY
3
31
24
17
10
THURSDAY
5
26
19
12
such as uprooted trees in the water can strike you and
make it impossible for you to reach the stream bank.
Never swim, tube or boat in a flooded stream. Swift
currents can quickly pull you under and fast moving debris
TexAnna TADDpole’s Tip:
New Moon
25 D
Last Quarter
18 B
Full Moon
11 A
First Quarter
SATURDAY
4F
INDEPENDENCE DAY
FRIDAY
2014
JULY
2
9
16
23
30
Full Moon
7
14
21
28
B
Last Quarter
A
6
13
20
27
1
8
15
22
29
31
25
24 D
New Moon
MARTIN LUTHER
KING JR. BIRTHDAY
18
4
17
First Quarter
26
19
12
5
LB’S
BIRTHDAY
27
20
13
6
WEDNESDAY
TexAnna TADDpole’s Tip:
TUESDAY
Motorists should be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize flood
dangers. Wet black pavement and flowing water often look the same at night, especially
when it is raining and vision is impaired.
3F
5
12
19
26
11
4
11
18
25
MONDAY
10
3
10
17
24
31
JULY
SUNDAY
Poster by: Estrella • 2nd place grade 1-2
7
14
21
28
1
8
15
22
29
2
9
16
23
30
3
10
17
24
21
14
7
29
22
15
8
9
30
23
16
SATURDAY
2
FRIDAY
1
5 6
12 13
19 20
26 27
28
4
11
18
25
SEPTEMBER
THURSDAY
2014
AUGUST
15 B
22
29
21
28
FIRST DAY
OF AUTUMN
Last Quarter
Full Moon
14
7
14
21
28
8A
5 6
12 13
19 20
26 27
7
4
11
18
25
GRANDPARENT’S DAY
3
10
17
24
31
30
PATRIOT’S DAY
4
25
18
11
THURSDAY
This is the peak of hurricane season in Texas. If a storm approaches Texas,
monitor weather conditions and be prepared to evacuate if ordered to do so.
Remember, when these big storms hit, their effects are far reaching. Inland
areas away from the coast can expect high damaging winds, tornadoes, heavy
rain and flooding.
19
12
5
26
FRIDAY
6
1 2 3 4
7 8 9 10 11
14 15 16 17 18
21 22 23 24 25
28 29 30 31
OCTOBER
27
20
13
SATURDAY
2014
5 6
12 13
19 20
26 27
SEPTEMBER
TexAnna TADDpole’s Tip:
24
New Moon
23 D
10
3
17
9
2
WEDNESDAY
16
TUESDAY
First Quarter
1F
2
9
16
23
30
LABOR DAY
MONDAY
1
8
15
22
29
AUGUST
SUNDAY
Poster by: Bethany • 2nd place grade 3-5
7
14
21
28
1
8
15
22
29
2
9
16
23
30
3
10
17
24
20
27
26
13
12
COLUMBUS DAY
6
Full Moon
F
First Quarter
28
21
Last Quarter
14 B
1
29
New Moon
BOSS’S DAY
31
HALLOWEEN
30 F
First Quarter
24
17
10
3
23
16
9
2
FRIDAY
2
9
16
23
30
OCTOBER
THURSDAY
22 D
15
8
WEDNESDAY
7A
During a flash flood event, roads, bridges and low water
crossings will be covered by very fast moving floodwater.
Often times, the bridge or road bed is washed out creating
extremely dangerous conditions.
5
5 6
12 13
19 20
26 27
TUESDAY
TexAnna TADDpole’s Tip:
MONDAY
19
4
11
18
25
SEPTEMBER
SUNDAY
Poster by: Sydney • 1st place grade 6-8
4
11
18
25
5 6
12 13
19 20
26 27
7
14
21
28
1
8
15
22
29
25
18
NOVEMBER
3
10
17
24
4
11
SATURDAY
2014
6
13
20
27
7
14
21
28
17
24
16
23
MARTIN LUTHER
KING JR. BIRTHDAY
VETERAN’S DAY
25
18
11
4
26
19
12
THANKSGIVING
Full Moon
5A
27
29
28 F
First Quarter
22
New Moon
8
1
20
7
5 6
12 13
19 20
26 27
21 D
4
11
18
25
15
Last Quarter
3
10
17
24
31
ALL SAINTS DAY
SATURDAY
2014
14
6
7
14
21
28
2
9
16
23
30
DECEMBER
FRIDAY
1
8
15
22
29
13 B
THURSDAY
bridge is flooded. But there are so many creeks and streams crossing roads in Texas that it is impossible to
mark or identify all at risk roads and bridges.
10
30
WEDNESDAY
TexAnna TADDpole’s Tip:
TUESDAY
NOVEMBER
Many cities and counties have made attempts to mark low water crossings and roads and bridges at risk of
flooding with signs and streamside flood gages. Some even have blinking lights activated when the road or
9
4
11
18
25
3
3
10
17
24
31
MONDAY
2
2
9
16
23
30
DAYLIGHT SAVINGS
TIME ENDS
5
12
19
26
1
8
15
22
29
OCTOBER
SUNDAY
Poster by: Alexandra • 3rd place grade 1-2
3
10
17
24
4
11
18
25
5 6
12 13
19 20
26 27
Last Quarter
F
First Quarter
FIRST DAY
OF WINTER
B
28
29
22
21 D
New Moon
15
14
1
8
1
8
15
22
29
MONDAY
7
7
14
21
28
PEARL HARBOR DAY
2
9
16
23
30
NOVEMBER
SUNDAY
Poster by: Denise • 3rd place grade 3-5
9
2
30
23
16
TUESDAY
24
31
CHRISTMAS EVE
NEW YEAR’S EVE
17
10
3
WEDNESDAY
25
26
19
12
It only takes about 18 inches of flowing water to
cause a vehicle to float and most often wash off the
flooded road into very swift water with deadly
results. If your vehicle is caught in rising water,
leave it immediately and seek higher ground.
TexAnna TADDpole’s Tip:
CHRISTMAS DAY
18
11
4
11
18
25
5 6
12 13
19 20
26 27
2015
27
20
13
1 2 3
7 8 9 10
14 15 16 17
21 22 23 24
28 29 30 31
JANUARY
Full Moon
SATURDAY
6
4
FRIDAY
5A
THURSDAY
2014
DECEMBER
TEL
FAX
(512) 858-5306
www.tfma.org
AUSTIN, TEXAS 78709-0367
TEXAS FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION
P.O. BOX 90367
(512) 858-7302