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AFTER THE STORM
Flood Waters:
-Do not eat or drink anything that has been contaminated by flood water.
-If an open cut or wound is in contact with flood water, clean it with soap and water
and use an antibacterial ointment to lower your risk of infection.
-Wash dishes, linens and clothes contaminated by flood water in hot water and
detergent. Run the washing machine or dishwasher trough one full hot water cycle using
a disinfectant or sanitizer, before you wash clothes or dishes.
-Do not allow children to play in places or with toys that have been in contact with
flood water. Disinfect contaminated toys by cleaning them with a cleaning mixture with
one cup of bleach to five gallons of water.
Cleaning and Drying Out Your Home:
-Open doors and windows. Let your home air out for at least 30 minutes, before
you stay inside for any length of time. Use fans to dry out your home.
- Remove all items that have been wet for more than 48 hours and that cannot
be cleaned and dried thoroughly.
- Examples of absorbent items that cannot be cleaned are: carpets and carpet
padding, upholstery, wall paper, dry wall, floor and ceiling tiles, insulation
material, clothing, leather, paper, books, wood and food.
- To remove mold from hard surfaces mix 1 cup of bleach in 1 gallon of water
and wash with the mixture. Use a stiff brush to scrub rough surfaces and rinse
with clean water. Dry the item or leave it out to air dry.
- To prevent mold growth, clean all wet items and surfaces with detergent and
water and fix any water problems such as leaks in roofs, walls or plumbing.
- Turning on air conditioners or heaters can spread mold spores and make the
problem worse. Clean these before use.
- If you wish to disinfect your home, refer to the Environmental Protection
Agency’s (EPA) brochure, “A Brief Guide to Mold and Moisture in Your Home”
http://www.epa.gov/mold.
