Flooding - What To Do Until Help Arrives

5/2/2019 (Permalink)

Quad Cities communities know well the effects associated with floods. Every few years we have a really bad one. But this year has been no exception. In fact, we have broken records as the water continues to rise and has sustained major flood levels for several weeks. By all means, this will go down as one of the worst floods in Quad Cities history.

At SERVPRO, we understand how stressful and inconvenient the flooding season can be. If you are experiencing water damage from flooding, here are some things you should do before help arrives:

• Turn off your circuit breakers for wet areas in your home. Only do this if access to your panel is safe!
• Place aluminum foil or wood blocks between furniture legs and wet carpeting.
• Use wooden clothespins to keep furniture skirting off of damp floors.

DON’T:

• Enter rooms with standing water where electrical shock hazards may exist.
• Touch contaminated water or items that have come into contact with contaminated water.
• Leave books, newspapers, or other colored items on wet carpets or floors.

Call SERVPRO today at 563-386-3540 if you need assistance.