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    Flood Safety Tips and

    Precautions
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    1. Weather forecasts usually warn people
    about inclement weather in advance, but
    many times floods arrive suddenly, as people
    have found out the hard way.

    2. After any flooding, the demand for water


    damage repair and cleanup in Seattle
    Washington and surrounding cities has
    increases tenfold.
    Take preventive measures against flooding
    If you live in a flood-prone area, it's advisable to elevate the furnace
    and electrical panel of your home. To prevent seepage, you can
    seal your basement walls with waterproofing materials.

    One of the common problems homeowners face during flooding is


    flood water backing up in the drains.

    To prevent this, you can hire a plumber and install check valves.
    When a flood occurs, move to a higher
    ground
    During a flood, you'll have little time to make a decision, it is
    important that you get your priorities right.

    If a flash flood warning has been issued in your area, don't wait to
    collect your personal belongings. Your first priority should be to
    make sure the safety of yourself and your family.

    It's advisable that you don't wait for instructions and immediately
    move to a higher ground while taking your emergency kit with you if
    water levels are continuously increasing around your home.
    Don't attempt to cross a flooded
    area
    Don't make the mistake of crossing a flooded area as it can be
    extremely dangerous. Even six inches of moving water can make
    you fall, so it's important that you don't attempt to cross flooded
    streams or creeks.

    This is true even if you are in a car as moving water has the
    intensity to sweep it away. If the water level around your vehicle
    rises quickly, abandon it and move to a place of safety.
    Follow all the safety guidelines after a
    flood
    After the water levels have receded, you might want to quickly re-
    enter your home, but doing so can be dangerous because of the
    risk of electric shock or fire.

    It's important that you wait until the authorities declare that it is safe
    to do so.

    To prevent the risk of electric shocks, You should check your home
    for any structural damages, such as buckled walls or holes in the
    floors before you move in. Flooding can contaminate drinking water;
    if you suspect that your drinking water is contaminated, don't drink
    it.

    Call Flood Services - Pacific Rim CR, LLC for efficient and
    affordable flood damage cleanup. We can arrive at your location any
    time.
    Pacific Rim CR LLC
    10016 Edmonds Way Ste C
    154, Edmonds, WA 98020
    425-448-7083

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