RICHMOND, VA (WWBT) – As we transition to warmer temperatures our precipitation changes too. Instead of snow and steady rain, we'll get thunderstorms, producing a whole snow storms worth of liquid in just a few minutes. And if you aren't ready, that water can quickly cause a local flood.

“A lot of people don't understand what happens on their property affects the entire community,” said Angela Fountain.

Angela Fountain with Richmond City Public Works is trying to get the word out. Keep your ditches clean. A winter of trash, debris, leaves and even old Christmas trees can clog ditches, causing floods when spring storms hit.

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