Flood Response: Staying Calm and Prepared
Flooding can cause panic and lead to hasty decisions, often resulting in more harm than good. By knowing how to respond in a disaster, you can minimize risks and expedite the recovery of your property to its pre-flood condition.
Assessing Flood Severity
As soon as it’s safe, it’s important to assess the severity of the flooding. This information is crucial for flood cleanup professionals and helps safeguard the health and safety of everyone in the affected area.
Flood waters typically fall into three categories:
- Clean Water (White Water): This is safe, clear water from sources like pipes and taps.
- Grey Water: This water is cloudy and potentially harmful, originating from sources like kitchen sinks and showers. It may contain bacteria and viruses, so it’s best to leave cleanup to professionals.
- Black Water: The most dangerous type, black water contains raw sewage and harmful microorganisms. If you encounter black water, contact a flood damage cleanup expert immediately.
Contacting Mr. Flood Plus
If your property experiences flooding, your first step should be to reach out to Mr. Flood Plus for professional assistance. Cleaning up flood damage, especially involving grey or black water, can be complex and often requires expert knowledge and specialized equipment.
Our team is available 24/7 and can begin the cleanup process as soon as you reach out. To expedite your service, please share clear images of the damage, allowing us to provide an accurate cost estimate. Once approved, we can dispatch a team to your location the same day.
Protecting Against Flood Hazards
Flood waters pose numerous health risks due to bacteria and viruses. The risk escalates if flood water mingles with sewage. Therefore, prioritizing safety is paramount.
We advise against any contact with flood water unless you have proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Even after the water recedes, contamination can remain, so it’s wise to avoid affected areas until professionals arrive.
Preventing Additional Damage
To mitigate further damage, locate your property’s stopcock and circuit breaker. Turning off the stopcock will halt the flow of water, especially if the flooding is due to a burst pipe. Switching off the circuit breaker can help prevent electrical hazards.
If flood water threatens electrical outlets or saturates walls and floors, it could lead to:
- Power outages
- Electrical fires
- Electrocution
Swift action is essential after flooding. Assessing the situation, contacting experts, and ensuring safety are all critical steps. Remember, every second counts. Prompt action and informed choices can prevent additional damage and protect the well-being of everyone involved.
Once you’ve secured your safety, reach out to Mr. Flood Plus. We are here 24/7 to handle your flood damage, ensuring safety and working diligently to restore your property to its original state.
