Flood Safety Tips and Precautions

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Flood Safety Tips and Precautions

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• Weather forecasts usually warn people about
  inclement weather in advance, but many times
  floods arrive suddenly, as people have found out
  the hard way.
• After any flooding, the demand for water damage
  repair and cleanup in Seattle Washington and
  surrounding cities has increases tenfold.
• Taking some preventive measures before, during,
  and after a flood can help you minimize any
  losses. Let's take a look at a few flood safety
  tips that can beneficial to you.

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Take preventive measures against flooding

• If you live in a flood-prone area, it's advisable
  to elevate the furnace and electrical panel of
  your home. To prevent seepage, you can seal your
  basement walls with waterproofing materials.
• One of the common problems homeowners face during
  flooding is flood water backing up in the drains.
• To prevent this, you can hire a plumber and
  install check valves.

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When a flood occurs, move to a higher ground

• During a flood, you'll have little time to make a
  decision, it is important that you get your
  priorities right.
• If a flash flood warning has been issued in your
  area, don't wait to collect your personal
  belongings. Your first priority should be to make
  sure the safety of yourself and your family.
• It's advisable that you don't wait for
  instructions and immediately move to a higher
  ground while taking your emergency kit with you
  if water levels are continuously increasing
  around your home.

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Don't attempt to cross a flooded area

• Don't make the mistake of crossing a flooded area
  as it can be extremely dangerous. Even six inches
  of moving water can make you fall, so it's
  important that you don't attempt to cross flooded
  streams or creeks.
• This is true even if you are in a car as moving
  water has the intensity to sweep it away. If the
  water level around your vehicle rises quickly,
  abandon it and move to a place of safety.

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Follow all the safety guidelines after a flood

• After the water levels have receded, you might
  want to quickly re-enter your home, but doing so
  can be dangerous because of the risk of electric
  shock or fire.
• It's important that you wait until the
  authorities declare that it is safe to do so.
• To prevent the risk of electric shocks, You
  should check your home for any structural
  damages, such as buckled walls or holes in the
  floors before you move in. Flooding can
  contaminate drinking water if you suspect that
  your drinking water is contaminated, don't drink
  it.
• Call Flood Services - Pacific Rim CR, LLC for
  efficient and affordable flood damage cleanup. We
  can arrive at your location any time.

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