The tri-state area has seen a soggy weekend, with soaking, heavy rains and much of the area remains under a flash flood watch throughout the day today.

Weather services across the country report that flooding is the number one weather-related killer, simply because a calm stream of water can quickly turn into a fast moving river that can wash everything away.

Reports show most people die in floods because they misjudge the water - how deep it is, the speed and power of the movement. Nearly 80 percent of flood deaths happen in vehicles. Just a foot of water can turn a large vehicle into a boat.

The National Weather Service in Jackson, Kentucky offers a few tips on driving under rainy conditions. Too often, when an area sees a lot of rainfall, especially at a moderate rate, flash flooding can occur quickly.

It is a good idea to avoid areas subject to sudden flooding. Officials warn to stop if you come upon a flowing stream where the water is deeper than your ankles. Cars can easily hydroplane in water as little as six inches deep and can be swept away.

Never attempt to drive over a flooded road. The depth of the water is not always obvious. The road maybe washed out under the water and a vehicle could become stranded or trapped. If a vehicle stalls, leave it immediately and seek higher ground.

Rapidly rising water may engulf the vehicle and its occupants and sweep them away.

Be especially cautions at night, when it is harder to recognize flood dangers.

And finally, do not walk through flood waters. It only takes six inches of fast moving water to sweep a person of their feet.