SUFFOLK COUNTY, NEW YORK
631-447-5252
In the aftermath of any hurricane,
it is very common to experience difficulties with your sewage systems not
functioning properly. Some septic
systems operate using a dosing pump, which will not work without
electricity.
The loss of electricity is
one of the most common effects from a hurricane, so this could be a common
problem. You should avoid using water in
your home as much as possible until the electric turns back on. Without electricity and a properly working
pump, the tanks may fill and cause backups of sewage into your home. When this occurs your entire home can become
saturated and become unsafe to occupy.
Heavy rainfall from hurricanes may result in flood waters that are
contaminated with sewage.
These
overflows can take a significant amount of time to clean and can be dangerous
to encounter. Minor spills require
immediate attention; regular garden lime from a garden shop can be a quick and
easy remedy. Major floods need to be
handled by professionals and rescue crews.
In the event of major floods one should evacuate immediately until the
area is cleared.
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