Use official conditions for the next decision.
City notices and regional rainfall readings can help with access decisions. A bayou or street observation does not establish the source or category of water inside a building. Check the observation time and your route. Never drive through water or enter an unsafe building to take photos.
Content reviewed September 10, 2026.
Keep a simple record.
Save safely taken photos, estimates, and receipts together. Use the damage checklist to keep the next conversation clear.
