Asthma Triggers and Flood Cleanup: Protecting Health After Major Storm Events
Join the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's webinar to learn about practical knowledge, resources and tools to reduce asthma triggers and the risk of asthma attacks during flood cleanup and related recovery efforts.
Flooding after major storm events, such as hurricanes, can create serious public health risks and make air quality in homes, schools and other indoor settings unhealthy. Mold — fungi commonly found in moist environments — can grow on wood, drywall, carpet and furniture if they remain wet for more than 24 hours. For people sensitive to mold, inhaling airborne mold spores can trigger an asthma attack. Additionally, flood water can contain germs (e.g., bacteria, viruses, parasites), chemicals and other hazards which may affect human health.
