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Flooding and communicable diseases fact sheet 
The major risk factor for outbreaks associated with flooding is the contamination of drinking-water facilities.... Details >
Food Safety for Consumers Returning Home After a Hurricane and/or Flooding
After a hurricane and/or flooding, people need to assess all food and food preparation areas and equipment to decide what to keep or throw away. Hurricanes, especially if accompanied by a tidal surge ... Details >
Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Midwest Flood Response and Recovery
Also available in: Spanish
Get the latest information on the Midwest floods, including how to find family and friends, get help, donate and volunteer, and learn about health and safety and what the Government is doing to help. ... Details >
Reentering Your Flooded Home
Also available in: Spanish
When returning to a home that’s been flooded after natural disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and floods, be aware that your house may be contaminated with mold or sewage, which can cause health... Details >
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services