Know your risk
There are a number of residual risks following a flood that you should be aware of when returning to your home or an area previously affected by flooding.
These may include but not limited to:
- snakes and spiders that have sought refuge in your property
- structural damage to your home
- potential contaminants
- water damaged electric circuits
- gas leaks
- slip, trip or fall hazards
- contaminated food
- contaminated water supplies
- contaminated personal items including toothbrushes, crockery etc
- materials that could be a risk to your health including asbestos
- mosquitos carrying disease
