Cleaning up safely after flooding

Dealing with flooding can be overwhelming and exhausting. As you begin to clean up, it’s important to take care of your health as well as your home.

Flooding can leave behind contaminated water, silt and damp conditions that may pose health risks. Floodwater can contain harmful germs from sewage, farm run‑off and chemicals. Taking simple, safe clean‑up steps can help protect you, your whānau and your home as you recover.

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For more information, phone Healthline on 0800 611 116 for free, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.