What should you do if your house floods?

2/3/2021 (Permalink)

Stop the flow of water at its source.

Unless the flooding is caused by a natural disaster, locate the source of the water and shut it down or lock it up. Turning off the main water valve to the house is the simplest technique to cease water flow. If possible, locate the valve before it floods so that you can quickly discover it in the event of a water emergency.

Switch off the power.

Turn off any electrical systems in your home after the source of the water has been turned off—but don't walk through water to get to the fuse box. Call an electrician if you can't reach the fuse box without stepping in water.

Evacuate the building.

If there is a burst pipe or sewage leak, vacate the premises and find a dry, safe area outside your home. It could be as close as the backyard or as far away as a neighbor's or friend's house. Check to ensure that everyone—kids, dogs, and others who may have been at the house—is safe and unharmed.

Locate a temporary refuge in the event of a natural disaster by asking authorities or listening to local news. As quickly as possible, get everyone evacuated to the shelter.

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