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Post Disaster Health and Safety Information

September 20, 2017

Check out some Post Disaster Health and Clean Up Information

Disinfecting Water Wells

  • Well Disinfection Procedure (TCEQ)
  • Emergency Disinfection of Wells that Have Been Flooded (Eng Span) (EPA)

Asbestos

  • Asbestos Fact Sheet (OSHA)

Lead Based Paint

  • Post-Disaster Renovations & Lead-based Paint (EPA)

Septic Systems after Flooding

  • Septic Systems–What to do After the Flood (EPA)

Disinfecting Drinking Water

  • Emergency Disinfection of Drinking Water (EPA)

Flood Cleanup and the Air Safety

  • Flood Cleanup and the Air in Your Home (EPA)
  • Flood Cleanups Avoiding Indoor Air Quality Problems (EPA)

FEMA Fact Sheet: How to Save Damaged Family and Personal Treasures

September 19, 2017

Many valuable and cherished personal items damaged by flood waters often can be rescued. Here are some tips on how to save some of your family treasures:

  • If an object is still wet, rinse it gently with clean water. If dry, remove silt and other foreign material with a soft brush or damp cloth.
  • Air dry wet things indoors. Sunlight might be too intense. Keep humidity as low as possible to prevent mold accumulation.
  • Flood water may be contaminated. Wear protective gloves, clothing and goggles.
  • Do not try to separate photos or negatives that are stuck together. Soak them in water for up to 48 hours until you can safely pull them apart. Hang them with clips or clothespins to dry.
  • Put wet books in a sturdy covered plastic container, spine side down. Place the container in a freezer and keep it there for several weeks, even months. Then remove and let dry.
  • With fabrics or textiles, remove mud and debris with gently flowing clean water or fine spray from a hose. Press out the excess water with your hand. Do not try to wring out the water. Allow to dry.
  • Clean wooden objects, like furniture, with a damp sponge; blot and let dry slowly inside the house, not under the sun.
  • Rinse metal objects with clear water and blot dry immediately with a clean, soft cloth. Fans or low-heat hairdryers will hasten drying rate.
  • For broken pottery or ceramics, put all the pieces in an open container and mark what it is. Don’t try to glue the pieces back together until they are dry, and watch for mold. If mold appears, spray the pieces with Mold-Ex or a similar product.

For more information, log onto preservecollections.org. To find a professional conservator, log onto conservation-us.org/membership/find-a-conservator.

Last Updated:
September 12, 2017 – 11:50

Proper Medicine Disposal

September 12, 2017

Medicine that was exposed to flooding or unsafe municipal water could be contaminated and should be disposed of properly.  Fort Bend County locations that you can take contaminated medications are listed below.  The EPA also provides safe techniques to dispose of contaminated medicine at home.  Before disposing of medicine, make sure you abide by any additional legal requirements which may apply to you. 

Walgreens

17330 W. Grand Parkway South
Sugar Land, Texas 77479

281-633-0124  

Walgreens

6120 S. Highway 6
Missouri City, Texas 77459

281-208-5828  

Evolution RX

931 Eldridge Rd. 
Sugar Land, Texas 77478

831-532-7961  

Missouri City Police Department

3849 Cartwright Rd.
Missouri City, Texas 77489

281-403-8700  

Rosenberg Police Department 

2120 4th Street
Rosenberg, Texas 77471

832-595-3700

For more information from the Environmental Protection Agency on How to Dispose of Medicines Properly click here. 

Turning On Your Electricity after a Flood

September 10, 2017

Many homes lost power due to flooding.  To have your power turned back on, contact your retail electric provider.  However, if you have flood damage to your electrical system, it is recommended that you obtain an inspection from a certified electrician or electrical inspector. If you cannot utilize a private electrician or electrical inspector, Fort Bend County Fire Marshal will schedule an inspection by calling the Fire Marshal at 281-238-1500. Please be aware that inspections by the Fire Marshal are based on staffing availability, it could take up to 72 hours for the Fire Marshal’s Office to inspect your home.

Water Safety After a Flood

September 9, 2017

Floodwaters

Floodwaters may contain fecal material from overflowing sewage systems, and agricultural and industrial byproducts.

  • There is risk of disease from eating or drinking anything contaminated with floodwater.
  • Do not allow children to play in floodwater areas, wash children’s hands frequently (always before meals), and do not allow children to play with floodwater contaminated toys that have not been disinfected.
  • Keep open cuts and sores as clean as possible by washing well with soap. If a wound develops redness, swelling, or drainage, seek immediate medical attention.

Public Water Systems

If you are on a Public Water System (PWS), your municipality, water utility, or system owner will notify you of any unsafe drinking water conditions in the system and provide directions on what you can do to prevent exposure.

Fort Bend County does not provide water or sewer services. For issues concerning your home’s water system including quality of water, drainage, and retention concerns, or sewage back-up, contact your home’s city or MUD operator.

Ways to contact your city or MUD Operator:

  • Your home’s water bill
  • Fort Bend County website under MUDs and LIDs
  • Fort Bend County Engineering  http://fortbendcountytx.gov/index.aspx?page=345neering page. Fort Bend County Interactive Public Mapping Site, click on Layers and enable FBC MUD and LIDS.

 Private Water Well Systems

Private drinking water wells in flooded areas should always be considered contaminated. If your well or the area around it was flooded:

  • STOP USING THE WATER FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION AND CONTACT.
  • Use only bottled or boiled water as an alternative source for drinking, cooking (including washing food you eat raw), and bathing until you can disinfect your well and have a sample tested.
  • Visit the Public Health Preparedness website for more information on steps to protect your health and disinfect your private well fbchealth.org
  • TCEQ Disinfecting Your Private Well https://www.tceq.texas.gov/publications/gi/gi-432.html
  • EPA – What to Do After the Floodhttps://www.epa.gov/sites/production/files/2015-05/documents/epa816f05021.pdf

Aguas de Inundación

Las aguas de inundación pueden contener material fecal de desbordamiento de sistemas de alcantarillado y subproductos agrícolas e industriales.

  • Existe riesgo de enfermedad por comer o beber cualquier cosa contaminada con agua de la inundación.
  • No permita que los niños jueguen en áreas de agua de inundación, lave las manos de los niños con frecuencia (siempre antes de las comidas) y no permita que los niños jueguen con juguetes contaminados con agua de inundación que no han sido desinfectados.
  • Mantenga las heridas y cortes abiertos lo más limpios posible lavándolos bien con jabón. Si una herida desarrolla enrojecimiento, hinchazón o drenaje, busque atención médica inmediata.

 Sistemas Públicos de Agua

Si usted está en un Sistema Público de Agua (PWS), su municipalidad, utilidad de agua o propietario del sistema le notificará cualquier condición de agua potable insegura en el sistema y proporcionará instrucciones sobre lo que puede hacer para prevenir la exposición.

El condado de Fort Bend no proporciona servicios de agua o alcantarillado. Para asuntos relacionados con el sistema de agua de su casa, incluyendo la calidad de agua, drenaje y preocupaciones de retención, o de respaldo de aguas residuales, póngase en contacto con la ciudad de su hogar o el operador MUD.

Formas de contactar a su ciudad o operador de MUD:

  • La factura de agua de su casa
  • Sitio web del condado de Fort Bend bajo MUDs y LIDs
  • Fort Bend County Engineering http://fortbendcountytx.gov/index.aspx?page=345neering page. En el sitio de mapas públicos interactivos del Condado de Fort Bend, haga clic en Capas y habilite FBC MUD y LIDS.

 Sistemas Privados de Agua

Los pozos privados de agua potable en zonas inundadas siempre deben considerarse contaminados. Si su pozo o el área alrededor de él fue inundado:

  • DETENGA USAR EL AGUA PARA EL CONSUMO HUMANO Y EL CONTACTO.
  • Use sólo agua embotellada o hervida como fuente alternativa para beber, cocinar (incluyendo lavar los alimentos que come crudos) y bañarse hasta que pueda desinfectar su pozo y hacer que se pruebe una muestra.
  • Visite el sitio web de Preparación para la Salud Pública para obtener más información sobre los pasos para proteger su salud y desinfectar su pozo privado  fbchealth.org
  • TCEQ desinfectando su pozo privado https://www.tceq.texas.gov/publications/gi/gi-432.html
  • EPA – Que hacer después de La Inundacionhttps://www.epa.gov/sites/production/files/2015-05/documents/epa816f05021.pdf

Safety Tips for Using Cleaners and Disinfectants

September 4, 2017

As you begin to recover from flood damage, cleaning supplies will be very important.  Many cleaners and disinfectants contain harsh chemicals.

  • Read the label for specific directions before you use the chemicals
  • Always protect your skin and eyes by wearing protective gear such as googles and gloves
  • Be aware that some chemicals and disinfectants may require more protective gear than others
  • Always keep disinfectants and chemicals away from children
  • If your disinfectant requires diluting always add disinfectant to water, not water to disinfectant

Choose the right cleaner for the job!  Check out The Disaster Handbook at http://disaster.ifas.ufl.edu/ for a list of cleaner and disinfectant types and uses.

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