Virginia is observing Flood Awareness Week in Virginia is wrapping up today, reminding residents across the Shenandoah Valley to prepare for possible flooding.

Officials say flooding is one of the most common natural disasters in the state and encourage families to review emergency plans, know their flood risk, and never drive through flooded roads.

More safety tips are available through the Virginia Department of Emergency Management.

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