TERMS OF USE
Be Safe!
Please make sure that you are in a safe location when taking flood photos. Walking into flood waters is dangerous. Take your photos from dry ground, an elevated location (such as a window or porch/stairway), etc.
Do I need to register? Can I submit reports anonymously?
You must have a registered account with FloodShots to submit photo reports. There is an option to hide your name when submitting reports. FloodShots data managers will be able to see what photo reports are associated with your registered account, but it will not be available on the public site, and we will not share this information.
How will my photos be used? Who owns the data once I submit?
Once you submit a photo report it will be linked with environmental data and posted to the FloodShots website that is viewable to the public alongside your name, unless you choose to post it anonymously. From there, your photos may be viewed and used by others in a variety of ways. Your photo report will be part of the public domain.
Can I upload a photo I took in the past?
Yes. If your photo has date/time/location data, FloodShots will automatically populate these fields. If not, you can manually enter these fields. It is best to upload with geolocation to ensure accuracy of data.
What kind of photos are we looking for?
Pictures that can be used to interpret flood elevations, extent, duration and impact in and around your community.
