If you have any open cuts or sores that will be exposed to floodwater, keep them as clean as possible by washing them with soap and applying an antibiotic ointment to discourage infection.For more details, visit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention's website. Never mix bleach with ammonia or other cleaning products. Sanitize walls and floors using a solution of household bleach (mix 1 cup bleach with 5 gallons of water).Use a dehumidifier and fans if necessary. Wash all surfaces with hot water and liquid detergent, rinse and thoroughly dry and ventilate the area.Here are additional precautions and tips for residents to follow:
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“Although skin contact with floodwater does not, by itself, pose a serious health risk, there is risk of disease from eating or drinking anything contaminated with floodwater.”
While cleaning your basement, dress appropriately – wear overalls, gloves, protective eyeglasses, rubber boots and a mask to avoid contact with contaminated floors, walls or other objects” Burstein continues. “Be sure to keep children and pets out of the affected area until cleanup has been completed. Gale Burstein, Erie County Commissioner of Health. Homeowners may be exposed to waterborne diseases or corrosive cleaning agents and irritants found in leftover sludge from a flooded basement” states Dr. “Exposure to contaminants carried by flood water or sewer back-ups into basements can be dangerous. Mary/ 716.858.4941/ Mobile: 716.253.3925ĮRIE COUNTY, NY-In light of this weekend’s weather that caused flooding across Erie County, the Erie County Department of Health (“ECDOH”) reminds residents to be mindful of health and safety when cleaning up your flooded basement. From the Office of the Commissioner of Health, Dr.
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