Flood-Damaged Lawn Care

by Julee Stephenson | Oct 29, 2021 | General Flood Recovery

Flood-damaged lawns and turf may be damaged after a flood. But most turf species will tolerate a few days of flooding without negative effects. However, turf that remains flooded for more than a few days (especially when it is hot) can rapidly decline due to a lack of...

Handling Displaced Snakes Post-Flood

by Julee Stephenson | Oct 29, 2021 | Featured Flood Recovery, General Flood Recovery

Flood waters not only displace people from their homes, but can have a devastating effect on wildlife. Use caution when doing anything outside, and be aware that these reptiles may be in areas that they are not commonly found. Quick Facts Snakes and rodents can be...

Flood Recovery Resources for Clean Water and Mold Control

by Julee Stephenson | Oct 29, 2021 | General Flood Recovery

IN PROGRESS Major flooding and other disasters can lead to drinking water contamination and mold issues inside homes. Pesticide products known as antimicrobials may play a role in cleanup and decontamination measures following a flood. Antimicrobials work by killing...

First Steps to Flood Recovery

by Julee Stephenson | Oct 29, 2021 | General Flood Recovery

A flood happened. Now what? The flood event recovery process is time consuming and overwhelming. The American Red Cross states that floods are among the most frequent and costly natural disaster. They often occur following a hurricane, thawing snow or several days of...

Coping With Natural Disasters

by Julee Stephenson | Oct 29, 2021 | Community Recovery, Family & Finances, Featured Fire Recovery, Featured Recover Resources, General Fire Recovery, General Flood Recovery

During difficult times, especially during and after natural disasters, resilient people seek options, reach out to others for support, and do not give up. However, due to the unpredictable and unexpected nature of natural disasters, it is not uncommon to experience...