Protect Yourself in an Emergency Water Situation

3/11/2020 (Permalink)

Heavy rains and high water table caused this basement to flood.

Emergency Don'ts During Water Emergency

In the event of a water emergency, whether it's considered clean, contaminated or you just don't know kind of water follow these steps below for your safety.

DON'T

• Enter rooms with standing water (like the one pictured).
• Enter areas if electrical outlets or equipment are exposed to water. Avoid unnecessary shock hazards.
• Leave materials containing coloring (inks) on carpet or floors to avoid staining.
• Use household items to remove water, such as your household vacuum, this may cause electrical shock or damage the vacuum cleaner.
• Use appliances or ceiling fixtures if standing in water or the ceiling is wet or sagging.
• Don't spread water by walking unnecessarily on damaged or wet areas.
• Turn on the HVAC system if there is a possibility of spreading contaminated air.
• Use household fans to dry the structure and spread contaminants.
• Use products for personal hygiene and cleanliness if exposed to an affected area.

Follow these Emergency Don'ts until SERVPRO of Brainerd and Park Rapids arrives.

Call us at 218-568-6923, we are working to make it "Like it never even happened."