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Flood Or Disaster Sanitation Information

The linked information will be of assistance to homeowners and citizens both during and after a flood or other disaster which effects private residences, water supplies, and other facilities. The following information is intended as a quick guide to frequently asked questions and concerns. Detailed information may be obtained at the local health department or the Indiana State Department of Health.

The following information should provide guidance in dealing with disaster related issues:

Flood or Disaster Sanitation Information -- in PDF Format Go to view the file formats used on this site 
Flood or Disaster Sanitation Information in Spanish - in PDF Format Go to view the file formats used on this site
This file contains: Directions for Treating Water in Small Quantities, Directions for Disinfecting Wells and Water Sources, Salvaging Flood Damaged Food in the Home, Rehabilitation of Buildings, Furnaces, Furniture, Rugs, and Clothing.

Directions for Treating Water in Small Quantities
These instructions should be followed if a safe water source is not immediately available.

IDEM's directions for Disinfecting Wells and Water Sources -- in PDF format Go to view the file formats used on this site
This information from the Indiana Department of Environmental Management is necessary for the proper sanitizing of wells or other private water sources after the flooding has subsided, and before the water supply is again put to use.

Salvaging Flood Damaged Food in the Home
Information and direction relating to foods and food containers that may be safely salvaged.

Rehabilitation of Buildings, Furnaces, Furniture, Rugs, and Clothing
Information to assist homeowners and others in salvaging household items and rehabilitating the structure for occupancy following the disaster.

Mold Prevention Strategies and Possible Health Effects in the Aftermath of Hurricanes and Major Floods
Extensive water damage after floods increases the likelihood of mold contamination in buildings. This report from CDC provides information on how to limit exposure to mold and how to identify and prevent mold-related health effects.

Water Outages at Schools
Information to assist school officials and local health departments who must respond to a water outage, or issuance of a boil water order, during the school day.

Additional information can be obtained by following these links:
American Red Cross
The State Department of Homeland Security --DHS
Federal Emergency Management Agency -- FEMA
Environmental Protection Agency -- EPA

Feel free to contact the Indiana State Department of Health or your local health department for additional information.

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