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Proper Handling of Sandbags Used for Floods
Tuesday, July 30th, 2013
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After the floodwaters dissipate, the citizens are responsible for the cleanup, which includes the proper handling or disposal of emergency sandbags for floods. When handling and disposing sandbags, it is important to keep safety first. Soiled sandbags are exposed to much bacteria and other contaminants and must be handled with care. Learn more by reading a previous blog How to Correctly Dispose Sandbags After Flooding.
How to Correctly Dispose Sandbags After Flooding
Thursday, December 29th, 2011
Tags: emergency sandbags, flood prevention, sandbag disposal, sandbag wall, Sandbags
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While sandbags are valuable tools to help hold back water and protect people and property, they come with their own problems once the flood has subsided. Some emergency sandbags can retain water for a period of time. Because they naturally trap collect contaminants and animal waste from the floodwaters, sandbags can quickly become a nuisance and a breeding ground for bacteria if not disposed of properly.