Experts Weigh In On What To Do If Your House Floods

In my 36 years in broadcasting in Charlotte, North Carolina, my Thursday morning commute was among my most treacherous. Tropical Storm Debby hit and the bottom dropped out of the sky. The experts weigh in on what to do if your house floods. Your House Floods, Now What? According to our source, safewise.com, here are some steps you can take if water starts creeping into your abode. By the way if a flood warning is issued in your area that does mean flooding is imminent. And if you live in a flood zone do your best to flee as safely as you can. Steps To Take If Your House Floods Try and stop the water from coming in. Hopefully you had warning and knew it was a possibility. If you didn't have sand bags ready then rags or towels under the doorways may be enough to stop seeping water from coming in. It is advisable to turn off electricity in your home. Do not walk through water to find your fuse box. Call an electrician instead. Handling Damage and Mold Evacuate the premises as soon as you realize the house floods. And make sure everyone in the household is accounted for. Locate a temporary shelter or make arrangements with friends or family in higher ground. When thinking about what to do if your house floods, document everything for the insurer. And make sure you know whether or not to wait for an adjuster before clean up. (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images) The water that is flooding your home may include sewage. Be sure and wear some protective clothing before entering your home. Wear waders or boots and waterproof clothing. And last but not least prevent mold damage if your house floods. To avoid mold issues try and dry out the area just as quickly as possible. And it wouldn't hurt to clean areas with bleach that were effected.