Avoid crossing through water. Water up to your ankles is enough to be dangerous. You cannot see how deep the water is the rest of the way. Six inches (15.24 cm) of water is enough to reach the bottom of cars and cause stalling. 12 inches (30.48 cm) will float away most vehicles. Never try crossing standing water. Keep in mind the motto, “Turn around, don’t drown.” When you’re in doubt about the water depth, don’t risk it. Children and pets should always be kept out of the water. It can get very deep or fast, and it’s difficult for even adults to escape once caught in it. The water also will be very dirty. If you have to go through water, bring a stick. Use it to measure the water’s depth and feel for stable ground.
