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