When the rain came down hard in our area, I was ready for the flooding that was going to happen. 
When the weather was getting bad and it rained hard in our area, I was ready for the flooding that was going to happen in our neighborhood. 
user
That does not sound fun. What did you do to prepare. 
assistant
I had an emergency generator, extra food and first aid kits at the ready. I did not want my family in danger.
user
That is very smart thinking!
assistant