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Floods

During a flood and its aftermath, there are some basic facts to remember that will help protect your personal health and safety.

Key Facts:

  
Key Facts About Flood Readiness
Printable fact sheet on preparing for a flood, emergency supplies...
Key Facts About Flood Recovery
Printable fact sheet on how to make sure food & water is safe, how to clean up... Updated Sept 10
    

More Detailed Information:

  
Water Quality
Water for drinking & cooking, disinfecting wells...
Updated Sept 10  
Food Safety
Instructions for frozen foods, refrigerated foods...
Sanitation & Hygeine
Recommended sanitation practices...
After a Flood
Precautions when returning home, cleanup, immunizations...
Cleanup of Flood Water
Flood water can contain sewage, learn how to protect yourself... NEW Sept 11, Translations added Sept 15
Animals & Mosquitoes
Animal disposal after a flood, controlling mosquitoes...
Other Hazards
Swiftly flowing water, chemical hazards...
 Worker Safety
Worker safety after a flood...
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See Also...

Hurricanes
Preparing for a hurricane & its aftermath…

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Indoor use of portable generators, charcoal grills, or camp stoves can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning. Take steps to protect your family…

Power Outages
Food & water safety, how to deal with heat & cold…

Storm & Flood Cleanup (Worker Safety)
Work-related hazards that could be encountered include electrical hazards, carbon monoxide, musculoskeletal hazards, heat stress, motor vehicles, hazardous materials, fire, confined spaces, & falls. From the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH).

Extreme Heat
Tips for preventing heat-related illness, FAQs, heat stress in elderly…

Printable Materials Index
Handy listing of recommended printable materials for Hurricanes and Flooding

This information is provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) through state and local health departments. It includes general disease and injury prevention guidelines that may vary slightly from state to state. If in doubt, contact your local or state health departments, which will issue health advisories or recommendations particular to local conditions.

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