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MSDH issues safety tips for those impacted by tornado damage

Published

2 years ago

March 28, 2023

As the Mississippi State Department of Health continues to monitor the health impacts of recent severe weather in the state, the department warns that significant power outages, home repairs, and flooding can create dangerous and potentially life-threatening situations.

Below is a list of recommendations issued by the MSDH for victims of recent weather damage to observe to maximize health and safety at this time.

Personal protection

When cleaning up storm-damaged areas, be sure to wear protective clothing and sturdy shoes to prevent cuts and scratches from debris. Do not let children play in floodwater, and discard any items that come into contact with floodwater.

Any food (including food in plastic or glass), medicines, cosmetics, or bottled water that has come in contact with floodwater should be discarded. If in doubt, throw it out. Intact cans may be thoroughly disinfected with one-quarter cup of bleach to one gallon of water and then used…

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By: Caleb Salers
Title: MSDH issues safety tips for those impacted by tornado damage
Sourced From: www.supertalk.fm/msdh-issues-safety-tips-for-those-impacted-by-tornado-damage/
Published Date: Tue, 28 Mar 2023 17:23:58 +0000

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