Hurricane Impact and Flood Safety

The video discusses the impact of heavy rainfall and flooding along the I-95 corridor, particularly in areas like Warren County, Fayetteville, and Goldsboro. It explains the concept of river cresting and its effects on nearby land, using Smithfield and Goldsboro as examples. The video compares the impact of Hurricane Matthew with previous hurricanes like Floyd and Fran, highlighting differences in rainfall distribution. It also emphasizes the dangers of crossing flooded roads in vehicles, advising viewers to avoid such actions due to the risks of buoyancy and lateral forces.

Which areas are expected to experience the greatest flooding according to the video?

• I-95 corridor and points west

• Warren County and Fayetteville

• Tarboro, Goldsboro, and Fayetteville

• Wake County and points west

What does the term 'river cresting' refer to?

• The initial rise of river water

• The start of rainfall

• The highest point of river water level

• The end of a flood event

How long does it take for water from Smithfield to reach Goldsboro?

• 12 hours

• 72 hours

• 24 hours

• 48 hours

Which river is mentioned as already starting to go down?

• Roanoke River

• Neuse River

• Cape Fear River

• Tar River

How does Hurricane Matthew's impact compare to Hurricane Floyd?

• Matthew set new records in areas south of the Tar River Basin

• Floyd had less rainfall than Matthew

• Floyd and Matthew had identical impacts

• Matthew caused more flooding in the Tar River Basin

What is the Weather Service's motto regarding crossing floodwaters?

• Cross quickly to avoid danger

• Wait for water to recede

• Turn Around, Don't Drown

• Drive carefully through water

What is the minimum depth of water that can push a car off the road?

• 24 inches

• 18 inches

• 12 inches

• 6 inches

What force acts on a vehicle when water reaches the body of the car?

• Friction

• Buoyancy

• Inertia

• Gravity

What is the effect of 18 inches of water on most SUVs?

• It will knock them off the road

• It will cause them to float

• It will slow them down

• It will have no effect

Why is it dangerous to underestimate the force of flowing water?

• It can cause water to enter the vehicle

• It can result in vehicles being swept away

• It can lead to vehicle stalling

• It can cause minor vehicle damage