Tips to Help You Navigate Flood Damage and Beyond

Slidell is an area of the country that can experience a considerable volume of traditional flooding and flash floods, primarily due to its lower elevation and proximity to bodies of water. Knowing how to prepare for and endure these disasters can be critical to survival when flooding is a common threat to parish properties.   

Quick Tips for Facing the Flash Flood

Flood damage in Slidell homes can be devastating, and this only worsens when homeowners are not clear on the safest means of facing the weather. Here are five vital things to know to be safe: 

  • Do Not Drive Through the Flood

Never take a chance to drive through flooded roadways. While you might be familiar in Louisiana at the sight of flooded areas, as little as a foot of moving water can move a vehicle. Roadways could be non-existent or eroded where you cannot see them, adding another layer of unsafe conditions. Find alternate routes to get to your emergency plan’s designated destination safely.

  • Be Cautious in the Dark

As you might expect, flood hazards are more pronounced at night because visibility is worse. Therefore, exercise extreme caution when navigating at night when the threat of flooding exists so you are not caught unaware in a dangerous situation.

  • Keep Electricity Off

Flooding could compromise home electrical systems. To avoid shock hazards from standing water, turn off this utility while the assessment and preliminary cleaning begin.

  • Be Mindful of Intrusive Animals

It is not uncommon for flooding to displace wildlife. This displacement can mean threatening animal intrusions, such as snakes or alligators in Louisiana. To safely navigate the assessment, use a probing stick to turn over items and carefully move debris piles.

  • Clean and Disinfect

From chemicals to sewage, floodwater can have all manner of contaminants involved. Cleaning and disinfecting all exposed contents and surfaces is a start, along with throwing out all threatened food, cosmetics, and medications that risk contamination.

How Lightspeed Restoration of Covington Can Help

When a flood occurs, you might be fixated on securing a trusted team of restoration professionals who can help get life back to normal once you get your family to safety. Lightspeed Restoration of Covington has become a respected name in Slidell and beyond for comprehensive mitigation, restoration, and reconstruction solutions after flash flooding. This recovery process includes:

  • Extracting water and completing emergency repairs

  • Applying antimicrobial products

  • Drying and dehumidifying the structure 

  • Mold remediation and surface decontamination 

  • On and off-site contents cleaning 

  • Demolition and reconstruction services 

Flooding is not something you have to face alone. By calling (985) 323-6356, you can get prompt, professional flood recovery from experienced technicians on our Lightspeed Restoration of Covington crew.

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