Natural disasters floods - occurs when the rising water level which fills the dry land. There are several types of natural disasters floods. Torrential floods occur suddenly after a heavy rain falling on the ground, which cannot absorb all the excess water. Large-scale flooding is not as rapid, but captures more space. They occur with abundant snowmelt, increasing the daily water levels in rivers and lakes. Some of the most devastating floods caused by tropical storms, which comes over the oceans, where a day can fall out trillions of liters of rain.

Lakes and rivers often overflow the banks, but it happens slowly, and people have time to escape. The level of floodwaters for a long time is not abating. Many families are waiting for long hours to clear the consequences of flooding.

Mason rain - that is what waiting longing for moisture to plants. But monsoon rains are the cause of many disasters. In India and other Asian countries, floods occur every year. Tropical cyclones can cause flooding in the deep sea.

Sumerian, Babylonian, Phoenician legends, myths, South American and North American Indians, legends of the ancient inhabitants of the river civilizations of India and China is almost the same words, talk about the greatest catastrophe that struck the Earth at the dawn of mankind - Flood. And in all these legends and myths present the man who saved his life on the planet, shipbuilding and collecting on it of people and animals. In the Bible, this man's name is Noah. And his rescue ship - Noah's Ark. What kind of global catastrophe, which shook the consciousness of people on our planet in ancient times? Was it real or is the "biblical fiction"?

One way or another, but the Flood - it is not fiction. But is it really is global, this was a disaster? Is it true that the flood was "universal" as the Bible says? Let us go back to the Bible to the sources. In the Old Testament, legend of Noah and his ark came from the ancient Sumerian and Babylonian traditions. In particular, the story of this disaster is preserved on clay tablets Chaldean 21 century BC. Then, four thousand years ago, the people of ancient Sumer and Babylonia lived in Mesopotamia (modern Iraq) between two rivers - the Tigris and Euphrates. Then the climate was more humid, rain - more persistent. Perhaps, after some very much prolonged rain (in Sumerian legend says that the same rain came down in 7 days and 7 nights), the water in the Tigris and Euphrates rose and flooded all of Mesopotamia. But the ancient people of Mesopotamia believed that their homeland - the whole world. Because in the legends and stories have appeared about the Flood.

We cannot prevent natural disasters floods from happening, but we can do something about these unfortunate events. Here's what you can do:

• Always listen to the weather report. If there is a storm coming in your area, you will need to make some necessary preparations. Always stock-up food for ration. You will need to buy some candles in case the lights go out. You will also need to buy some long-life batteries for your flashlights and handy radio. When it comes to food, you can purchase food products that are not hard to prepare like: packed noodles, canned goods, and dried food products. You will also need to save on some clean drinking water.
• Check your area if there are any blockages and have them cleared immediately. One of the main reasons for floods is blockages. You will need to work with the people in your area to check for any blocked canals and sewers. In any case, water comes in, excess amounts of water are easily diverted into the canals.
• Always plant trees. Planting trees is the best protection to help prevent flash floods. Ever wonder why areas with mangroves are preserved and well-taken care of in countries surrounded by waters? It is because mangroves can shield communities against flash floods and tsunamis. Make an effort to plant trees and plants in your area. This is the first defence you will need against natural disasters floods.
• If you think that the storm will cause major damage to your area, if you are living near-coastal areas, listen to your authorities to see if you need to move to higher ground. Moving to higher ground will ensure your safety. And since you will about to evacuate, bring the necessary materials like basic clothing, and food. Listen for further announcements if it is already safe to back to your area. Once you are allowed to go back, you will need to check your area for damages.
• You will need to take note of the following agencies that can help you at times of distress. You will need to take note of the local government's number, the hospital, Red Cross, and other emergency management groups. If you are not affected by the floods, but would like to extend help, listen to the radio to take note of the following NGOs that are willing to help the flood victims.
• If you live in a flood-prone area, you will need to do some evacuation / emergency practice with the members of the household (or your community), so that when disaster strikes, you all know what to do.