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This resolution recognizes the week of March 17 through 21, 2025, as "Flood Awareness Week" in Pennsylvania, with the goal of educating residents about flood risks and safety. The resolution highlights that flooding is the most common natural disaster in the state, with potential to cause significant damage to infrastructure, disrupt transportation and supply chains, and negatively impact human health, particularly for vulnerable populations like low-income, elderly, and minority communities. Drawing from the Flood Insurance Premium Assistance Task Force's findings and historical flood events in Pennsylvania, the resolution emphasizes the increasing frequency and severity of floods due to factors like extreme precipitation, climate change, and altered drainage systems. It provides detailed guidance for residents, recommending preparedness measures such as creating emergency communication plans, assembling emergency kits, understanding flood risks, obtaining appropriate insurance, and knowing how to respond during flood events. The National Weather Service's flood alerts (watch and warning) are explained, and the resolution encourages Pennsylvanians to practice flood safety procedures in their homes and workplaces during the designated awareness week.

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