People in flood conditions are urged not to rely on what they see on television, because vehicles can be moved or carried away with relatively shallow water. The outlets cite guidance that around 15 to 20 centimetres of water is enough to float a car, changing how quickly a road situation can become dangerous.
The reporting focuses on public safety messaging and challenges common assumptions that a flood must appear “deep” to pose a risk. While the articles share the same core figure and warning, they approach the message from a general audience perspective rather than describing a specific incident. The shared angle is that even low water levels can reduce traction, interfere with vehicle operation, and increase the likelihood that a driver can lose control or find the car drifting.
Together, the sources emphasize that perceptions based on visuals can underestimate danger, and that people should follow official flood warnings and avoid driving or moving vehicles through flooded areas, regardless of how deep the water appears.
