Recent hurricanes and tropical storms have shown the power and devastation of Mother Nature. While the Atlantic basin and Gulf of Mexico remain active, the importance of understanding the after-effects of these weather events is crucial.
One of the lesser-known hazards? The various categories of floodwater.
Pictured here is a daycare floor from a past hurricane. It's not merely wet—it's tainted with contaminants from the floodwaters.
Category 1 (Clean Water): Comes from sanitary sources such as broken pipes.
Category 2 (Grey Water): Contains some contaminants like from washing machine overflows.
Category 3 (Black Water): This is the one to be most wary of. Originating from sources like sewage backups or floodwaters, it's heavily contaminated, posing significant health risks.
This daycare was hit by Category 3 water, emphasizing the unseen threats that can lurk after a hurricane. We at SERVPRO of Greenville are ready and equipped to address these dangers, ensuring environments like this are safe and restored.
Stay informed, stay prepared, and remember: when you need professional recovery services after a storm, we're here to make it "Like it never even happened."
