As heavy rain continues to hit Louisiana, law enforcement officials advise drivers to be cautious on the roads due to potentially hazardous conditions. Six inches of water can stall a car, while just a foot can carry it away. Police urge drivers not to drive in or through flooded areas, as vehicles can be swept away or stall out in moving water. It's important to drive slowly enough to avoid hydroplaning and stay behind other vehicles to avoid splashing water. Additionally, it's essential to have headlights on when using windshield wipers, avoid distracted driving, and not to drive too close to other cars. Flash floods are the most common types of floods and can occur quickly after heavy rainfall events, while river floods take longer to form but can affect a much larger area. It's important to remember universal flood safety tips: "turn around, don't drown," never crossing a flooded area and following warnings from the National Weather Service and local news outlets.