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Flood Disaster

The term “flood disaster” is pretty repetitive, since any flood is usually a disaster.  Swift and destructive, they have the ability to wipe out lives and property within a very short time.  Even minor floods have the ability to cost thousands of dollars in property damage.

If you find yourself the victim of a flood event, the important thing to do is to keep your head.  Make wise decisions, and make them in the correct order.  Flood disaster recovery should include the following:

Seek medical care immediately if necessary.  Flood waters become contaminated very quickly, and can yield a higher possibility of infection.

Stay out of the way of medical or rescue crews.  You may want to help, but will instead just be in the way.

Do not return home until local authorities have announced that it is safe to do so.  Just because the water levels drop does not mean the danger is over.

Stay out of any building that is still covered in floodwater.  Foundations may be weakened and the risk for collapse is great.

When you are able to enter your home or if you have to enter another building, wear protective clothing, waterproof boots, long sleeves and pants, as well as protective eyewear.

Throw out any food that has been in contact with flood waters.  Contamination is highly likely.

Pump out flooded basements gradually…..going too fast may actually result in damage to the foundational structure due to rapidly changing pressure.

If all this sounds like a bit much for one person to handle, don’t worry….it is.  But there is an answer.  Your local emergency flood disaster management company, IICRC certified, is able to handle all aspect of your water damage repair needs.  They are available 24/7, with a full staff of professionals equipped with the latest gear and techniques. 

Call today for a free estimate.