What To Do If Floods Hit Spartanburg County!

5/22/2017 (Permalink)

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What To Do After Flooding

• Remove excess water by mopping and blotting.


• Wipe excess water from wood furniture after removal of lamps and tabletop items.


• Remove and prop wet upholstery and cushions.


• Place aluminum foil or wood blocks between furniture legs and wet carpeting.


• Turn air conditioning on for maximum drying in summer.


• Remove colored rugs from wet carpeting.


• Remove art objects to a safe, dry place.


• Gather loose items from floors.

What NOT To Do After Flooding

• Don't leave wet fabrics in place. Hang furs and leather goods.


• Don't leave books, magazines or other colored items on wet carpet or floors.


• Don't use your household vacuum to remove water.


• Don't use television or other household appliances.


• Don't turn on ceiling fixtures if ceiling is wet, and keep out of rooms where ceilings are sagging.