Contaminated Water after a Storm

11/19/2020 (Permalink)

There are three categories of water when talking about flooding in the home.

If you have standing water in your home after a storm, it should be considered Category 3 or “black water” and needs to be addressed immediately. 

Category 3: Black water is grossly contaminated and could cause severe illness or death if ingested,  and any contact should be avoided. Examples include flooding from rivers or streams, water from beyond the toilet trap, water from the toilet bowl with feces, or standing water that has begun to support microbial growth. It may also contain untreated sewage, harsh chemicals, and microbes.

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