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How deep does fast-moving floodwater need to be to knock over an adult?

Just 6 inches.

  1. 6 inches ✔
  2. 3 feet
  3. 5 feet

Why: Fast water is much stronger than it looks. Six inches can knock over an adult, so never walk or wade into flood water.

Huh, didn't know that: The National Weather Service says 12 inches of rushing water can carry away most cars.

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Sources

  1. Turn Around Don't Drown (National Weather Service) https://www.weather.gov/safety/flood-turn-around-dont-drown

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