Nevada floods, are you prepared?
12th annual Nevada Floods Awareness Week
encourages Nevadans to prepare before, during, and after a flood
Nevada floods. Are you prepared?
CASON CITY, Nev. – Did you know that it floods nearly every day of the year somewhere in the United States, causing more property damage than any other weather emergency? Here in Nevada, flooding remains one of our most common and costly natural disasters, affecting both urban and rural communities statewide. As Nevada continues to experience extreme weather events, floods are increasing in both frequency and severity.
To support Nevadans in mitigating the risks of floods, the Nevada Division of Water Resources is pleased to commemorate the 12th annual Nevada Floods Awareness Week, November 9-15, 2025, to encourage Nevadans to take action and be prepared by developing flood resilient communities that protect their families, homes and communities.
Floods can occur quickly and have varying degrees of severity ranging from minor to catastrophic. Knowing what to expect before, during, and after a flood can help protect yourself and your loved ones. Nevada Floods Awareness Week is an annual public outreach event to educate Nevada residents about the many things they can do to be prepared.
Throughout Nevada Floods Awareness Week, Nevadans can learn the importance of taking steps such as:
- Visit NevadaFloods.org
- Look up your address on FEMA's Map Service Center to discover flood hazards in your area
- Have an emergency kit, or a go-bag with essential items
- Purchase flood insurance
For more information and helpful resources, visit NevadaFloods.org and follow @NevadaFloods on Facebook. Additional information about flooding across the state can be found from The Clark County Regional Flood Control District for Southern Nevada, the Truckee River Floodplain Management Authority for the Truckee Meadows region and the Carson Water Subconservancy District for the Carson River Watershed. Each entity provides extensive flow monitoring, alerting and education about the unique flooding challenges in their respective regions and surrounding areas.