Landslides and Debris Flow (Mudslide) Safety 2
Landslides and Debris Flow (Mudslide) Safety 2 : Before a Landslide or Debris Flow: Protect yourself from the effects of a landslide or debris flow: (a) Do not build near steep slopes, close to mountain edges, near drainage ways, or natural erosion valleys. (b) Get a geologic hazard assessment of your property. (c) Contact local officials, state geological surveys or departments of natural resources, and university departments of geology. Landslides occur where they have before, and in identifiable hazard locations. Ask for information on landslides in your area, specific information on areas vulnerable to landslides, and request a professional referral for an appropriate hazard assessment of your property, and corrective measures you can take, if necessary. (d) If you are at risk from a landslide talk to your insurance agent. Debris flow may be covered by flood insurance policies from the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). (e) Minimize home hazards: (e-1) Have flexible pipe fittings installed to avoid gas or water leaks, as flexible fittings are more resistant to breakage (only the gas company or professionals should install gas fittings). (e-2) Plant ground cover on slopes and build retaining walls. (e-3) In mudflow areas, build channels or deflection walls to direct the flow around buildings. (e-4) Remember: If you build walls to divert debris flow and the flow lands on a neighbor's property, you may be liable for damages
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