As Montreal went into “intervention mode” yesterday due to rising water levels in the metropolis, Health Canada is informing citizens they can consult its guide to getting rid of mold in a home after a spring flood. .
The government agency reminds that humidity and mold can increase the risk of allergic respiratory symptoms. For example, they can cause irritation of the eyes, nose and throat, but also coughing, accumulation of secretions, wheezing and shortness of breath, and worsening of asthma symptoms.
after a flood, Health Canada recommends so gear up with gloves, don a mask and get to work sorting out wet items. Water-soaked items that cannot be dried, such as mattresses, upholstered furniture, paper or cardboard, should be discarded.
Pillows, blankets or the like can be kept if they are free of mold. If water levels are several feet high or if finished walls have been wet for more than 48 hours, complete removal is recommended.
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