A resident of South Gate photographed several floating objects in the basement after 11 August flood. Photo courtesy of Kaye Ross
Although there since the floods in July 11 Downriver area some residents may have questions about the cause and how to recover already have almost one week.
Wyandotte City Engineer Mark Kowalewski addressed why water from a shaft spits cover in the city.
"The system was overwhelmed," he said.
Kowalewski said sewer and storm water management in the city are a company and the rain fell very quickly in a short period.
"The water has to go somewhere," he said, adding that it is the same reason, the water came through residential basement drains.
"The tube itself is filled, the water has nowhere to go."
After Kowalewski, the last time the city experienced significant flooding was a problem in September 2000th
"I think it was more rain this time," he said.
Wayne County has issued a statement downstream in connection with the operation of the waste water during the rain of the complex:
"The flow peaked at 255 million gallons per day. Nominal capacity of the plant is 225 million gallons per day and average daily flows are approximately 50 million liters per day. Continued ...
"The levels of the two pumping stations of the plant reached record levels. Though the plant exceeded its design capacity of 30 million gallons per day, the whole installation of pumps and ancillary equipment usually works without problems."
Elmeka Steele, spokesman for the Department of Public Services of Wayne County, said: "Everything works as expected in terms of the maximum flow capacity of the system, however, we have had no problems." .
In response to water looks vomiting and basements of residents reflects Steele comment Kowalewski.
She said, too much rain fell in such a short time and the sewer was overwhelmed.
Residents who are still in the cleaning could benefit from some basic tips Father and Sons Restorations LLC Trenton on their Facebook page.
The Company recorded the following tips:
● All materials handled without protected with gloves, boots, goggles and a respirator. No matter how the water is clear, if for floor drain wastewater, which is a major health risk.
● All items are porous - including clothing, bedding, carpets, upholstery, wood and drywall - are non-refundable.
● All children should not be older people or anyone with a weakened immune system at home until the damage has softened.
Rocz Bryon, owner of the catering company, said employees responded to the questions of hundreds of residents in the last few days and more than 100 houses treated. Continued ...
He said the biggest misconception is that flood because the water is crystal clear. He said this was not the case.
"Most of the water is the water of the storm, but will go through the sewers," said "are microscopic bacteria can not see ..".
Rocz said that the water is a health hazard and all affected by water hazards porous materials should be established.
As for self-cleaning, Rocz said, no bleach is recommended that the product itself can breathing problems for the user. The use of Microban antimicrobial product Benefect and herbal cleansers are much safer than bleach is recommended.
When it comes to preventing a disaster in case of another flood, Rocz suggests buying plastic containers to fall elements in the design and shelves to lift containers on the floor.
"We were closed in the houses with Rubbermaid container and floating elements inside are fine. Away is not as expensive as throwing food and lose sentimental items that can not be restored."
Although little cleaning can be carried out by the residents, Rocz recommends contacting a certified professional if it. A problem with the air quality to meet mold
"This loss is the invasive species you can have," he said.
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