Interior Health
In light of the recent widespread flooding in the Interior Health region, the organization is reminding people that Interior Health has a number of resources available on their website about flooding and potential health issues including:
• A community flood preparedness kit.
• Food safety after a power outage.
• Drinking water safety.
• What to do after a flood (includes tips on clean up, sewage disposal, mould and air quality as well as other health and safety issues).
Interior Health encourages the public to go to:
http://www.interiorhealth.ca/health-and-safety.aspx?id=466&terms=flooding
There you will find up to date information about flood risks and how to protect your family from any health issues related to the event.
