What Can Families and Communities Do to Lower their Chance of Having Harmful Health Effects of Flooding from Hurricanes?

Seek help from your child’s medical provider for flooding-related concerns. Stormwater can be a source of infections, chemical hazards, and cause injury.

• Use a Flood Zone Mapping Tool to see if your home is located within a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)-designated flood zone or flood plan (see Additional Resources section).
• Do not swim after storms.
• Have an emergency plan in place and learn how to safely clean up after flooding.
• Never involve children in the clean-up process after flooding.