Has your home been affected by flood waters? Flood waters can damage sewage lines and water pipes, making plumbing and taps unsafe for use. Additionally, flood waters may contain chemicals, wastes, bacteria, and other pollutants that can make you sick.
Viewer Tip: Throw away any foods that have come in contact with flood waters – some canned foods may be salvaged, but dispose of dented or damaged cans. Listen to statements from local public health and safety officials about tap water quality, and follow directions for boiling or treating water to ensure safety. If your well has been inundated by flood waters, it should be pumped out and the water should be tested for purity before drinking.
Learn more about flood clean-up and safety from the American Red Cross. Visit www.redcross.org/services/disaster/0,1082,0_570_,00.html.
Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
(Sources: The American Red Cross and National Disaster Coalition. “Repairing Your Flooded Home.” http://www.redcross.org/services/disaster/0,1082,0_570_,00.html)
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