Collier County issues warning: use caution on the roads this weekend

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Collier County took a beating Friday night, with periods of heavy rains, gusty winds, and thunderstorms. A tornado watch was also issued. 

While crews worked to maintain roadways, swales, and clear drainage inlets, they warned to still use caution when driving.

The County provided these additional warnings:

  • Never walk or drive in the flood waters. Many people are killed by driving or walking on roads and bridges that are covered by water.
  • Even though the water might look only inches deep, it could be much deeper and have strong currents.
  • It takes only two feet of water to carry a car away and only six inches of swiftly moving water to sweep a person off their feet.
  • Don’t assume your vehicle is safe. High water in streets and intersections will quickly stall motor vehicles.
  • Never stay with your car in a flooded area. If your car stalls, abandon it immediately and climb to higher ground.
  • Never let children play near canals or storm drains when the water is rising or high. Swimming skills have nothing to do with surviving a flooded creek or stream.
  • Flood time is not a time for play. Keep children out of flooded areas.

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