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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 >
FloodSmart.gov: National Flood Insurance Program
FloodSmart.gov is the official site of the National Flood Insurance Program and administered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Learn how to prepare for and recover from a flood, file... 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
Reentering Your Flooded Home
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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