Richmond urges citizens to learn about flood risks during Virginia Flood Awareness Week A man had to be rescued from the submerged vehicle after late afternoon rainstorms caused flash floods through much of the greater Richmond area including citiesâ South side which saw more than 3-foot of flooding in the 2100 block of Bainbridge Street. (Source: NBC12) By NBC12 Newsroom | March 15, 2021 at 4:26 PM EDT - Updated March 15 at 4:26 PM RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Richmondâs Department of Public Utilities is encouraging citizens to learn about flood risks and get flood insurance in recognition of Virginia Flood Awareness Week. The week is recognized March 14-20, and DPU is joining in on the statewide effort to make sure citizens are informed and covered.