This area must be disinfected with a chlorine solution. If this has happened, anything that cannot be cleaned should be discarded. Return to the top Garbage Precautions Place household garbage, like food waste, in waterproof containers. Local areas will have disposal sites that should be used. It is important to remove household garbage every four days during the disaster.
Garbage can attract animals and disease-bearing insects, if possible store in a rigid container.
Return to the top Injury Prevention Electrical Safety Do not attempt to restore or work on power sources without first contacting your utility. Avoid all downed power lines, especially those in water. Emergency generators must be used in well ventilated areas. Physical Hazards Avoid wading in water without proper foot protection. Broken glass, metal fragments, and other debris may be submerged in the flooded area.