Floodwaters Contaminate Homes in Mission Valley?

6/6/2023 (Permalink)

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Our local Mission Valley East team responds to storm damage emergencies every year in Mission Valley. Stormwater can carry dangerous chemicals, bacteria, and untreated sewage so it is important to take safety precautions after flooding occurs. Here are some safety tips from the National Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:

• Don’t drive in or through flooded areas or standing water—cars or other vehicles won’t protect you from floodwaters. They can be swept away or may stall in moving water.
• Do not drink flood water, or use it to wash dishes, brush teeth, or wash or prepare food
• If you evacuated, return to your home only after local authorities have said it is safe to do so
• Listen for boil water advisories. Local authorities will let you know if your water is safe for drinking and bathing.
• During a water advisory, use only bottled, boiled, or treated water for drinking, cooking, etc. 
• When in doubt, throw it out! Throw away any food and bottled water that comes or may have come into contact with floodwater.
• Prevent carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. Use generators at least 20 feet from any doors, windows, or vents. If you use a pressure washer, be sure to keep the engine outdoors and 20 feet from windows, doors, or vents as well. Never run your car or truck inside a garage that is attached to a house even with the garage door open.

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When you discover flooding damage in your Mission Valley home or business, our local team in Mission Valley East is Here to Help. ® Call us today at 619-303-3599.

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