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Flood Safety What To Do After A Flood Plan Your Repair: Contact your local building inspections office fo r information on local building and permit requirements. Use licensed contractors to make repairs. NOTE: Columbia County requires reconstruction, rehabilitation, expansions, and other improvements to a building that is equal to or exceeds 50% of the buildings market value to meet the same construction and floodplain management requirements as a new building. Columbia County Stormwater Compliance Department 630 Ronald Reagan Drive Building A Evans, GA 30809 For additional information visit the following FEMA websites: sheet/starting-your-recovery-after- flood sheet/returning-home-after-flood To sign up for emergency weather notifications visit: reach.com/hyper_reach/sign_up_pag e_2/?id=113127 ---PAGE BREAK--- What To Do After A Flood Return home only when authorities say it is safe. Be aware of areas where floodwater s have receded and watch out for debris. Do not attempt to walk through or drive through flood waters. TURN AROUND-DON’T DROWN Remove wet contents like carpeting, furniture, an d bedding immediately. Mold can develop within 24-48 hours. Photograph and list all damaged or lost items. Take pictures of the water inside the house. Keep records and receipts for each cost incurred i n cleaning up or repairing your home. Extreme caution should be used when entering floode d buildings. There may be hidden damage, particularly in the foundations. Personal safety considerations includ e protecting yourself fr om electric shock, m old contamination, asbestos, and lead paint. Turn off electricity at the main breaker or fuse box. Homeowners who are unfamiliar with electricity or their home’s electrical systems should contact their local power company or a qualified electrician to assist them in making their property safe from electrical hazards after a flood.