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How to Prevent Mold After a Flood
Floods are a common cause of disasters in many parts of the world, including the United States. Flooding can be devastating, with its full consequences often not becoming apparent until some time has passed. Items that survived the flood may succumb to rot and mold even after they dry out, and they can then contaminate other items in your house. Here are a few tips on how to prevent mold after a flood and help minimize post-flood damage.
How to Prevent Mold After a Flood - Top Things to Remember
The cleanup process after flooding from a hurricane or other unfortunate disaster has receded can be like a field medic doing triage. You'll find yourself dealing with household items that fall more or less into three categories. These are items that can be kept after drying and cleaning, items that need to be disposed of, and items that may be okay but could also pose a mold risk.
- Items that should be disposed of.
Anything porous that was immersed in floodwaters will likely harbor mold spores and should be disposed of.
Soaked clothes and anything else made of cloth that got wet will need to be disposed of as they will likely be ruined anyway ... more

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