Things to Avoid After a Flood

5/17/2022 (Permalink)

Storm damage in Conroe, TX.

The Aftermaths Of a Storm

If your home is flooded due to a storm in Conroe, TX, it needs to be taken care of as soon as possible to avoid further damage and mold growth. You should call a flood restoration team right away to deal with the floodwater. In the meantime, there are some things you should be aware of to keep yourself and your family safe.

Avoid Standing Water
Floods can occur when there are big storms with heavy rains and strong winds. These storms can cause power lines to fall, which can result in an electrical charge underground. Standing water may be electrically charged, so you should avoid areas that have standing water.
If you absolutely have to walk through standing water, always wear protective clothing, such as:

• Knee-high rubber boots
  
• Rubber gloves
  
• Protective overalls
  
  

Wearing these will help protect you against an electrical charge. You should also avoid touching any floodwater, as it can be contaminated with bacteria, chemicals and other pollutants.

Avoid Turning on electricity
Another way to avoid electrical accidents is to keep the electricity off if the storm caused the power to go out. Only turn it back on once the flood specialists tell you it is safe to do so.

Avoid Waiting too Long to Deal with a Flooded Home
You should start dealing with the flood water immediately to prevent further water damage. Mold can begin to grow in moist areas within 24 hours, so removing standing water and drying things out completely is imperative. The restoration team has pumps to quickly remove any standing water, and they also have powerful fans and dehumidifiers to dry things out fast.
Dealing with the aftermaths of a storm is not fun. Dealing with floods takes quick and thorough work to maintain the structure of your home and preserve as many personal items as possible.