Know your risk

There are a number of residual risks following a flood that you should be aware of when returning to your home or an area previously affected by flooding.

These may include but not limited to:

• snakes and spiders that have sought refuge in your property
• structural damage to your home
• potential contaminants 
• water damaged electric circuits
• gas leaks 
• slip, trip or fall hazards
• contaminated food
• contaminated water supplies
• contaminated personal items including toothbrushes, crockery etc
• materials that could be a risk to your health including asbestos
• mosquitos carrying disease