Here's What To Do If Your Home Was Flooded During Ida. - The New York Times

The remnants of Hurricane Ida and the resulting flooding hit metropolitan New York City on Wednesday, killing at least 46 people, damaging property and rendering homes uninhabitable.

Here are answers to five common home cleaning questions and more.

How can I tell if my home is safe to enter after a flood?

According to the CDC's Reentry Your Flooded Home guide, you should have an electrician inspect your home before reentering it. If you are determined to return, try during the day to avoid the need for electricity and do so with caution as the houses may have suffered structural damage.

Ganesh Lallbachan, owner of G&R Electrical Contractors in Queens, said people should be extra careful when the water reaches the level of an electrical outlet. He advised wearing long rubber boots.

If you smell natural gas or propane, or hear a hissing hiss, get out immediately and call the fire department.

Before you start cleaning, be sure to take photos for your records, for insurance, and in case you need to provide proof of damage to the owner.

What assets can I keep and what should I get rid of?

"When in doubt, put it away!" That said the spokeswoman for the American Red Cross, Katie Wilkes. He added that items that absorb water and cannot be cleaned or disinfected include mattresses, carpets, cosmetics, stuffed animals and baby toys.

Discard all food that has come into contact with flooding, including canned food. Do not use contaminated water for cooking, washing dishes, or brushing your teeth.

Mold is a big problem after a flood or hurricane, especially for people with respiratory problems. The CDC's " Guide to Mold Cleaning After Disaster " and the city's website offer tips on how to combat mold.

The CDC also provides a guide to tools, cleaners and materials that are needed to clean up after a flood or other disaster safely tackle.

My house is uninhabitable, where can I stay?

"The responsibility rests with the owner," said Manuel Belliard, assistant in Councilor Mark Levine's office.

If landlords who are to be able to refuse to accommodate their tenants in a hotel or an apartment, tenants can in New York Legal Assistance Group , in mutual legal assistance or the Bar Association legal counsel in take advantage of.

Is my landlord responsible for reimbursing me for my damaged property?

No. Your landlord is responsible for structural repairs and problems with the roof, floor and walls. You pay for personal items such as electronics and clothing. In the future, think about renting insurance and make sure it covers flood and water damage.

I am upset and traumatized by my experience: does New York City offer mental health services?

Anyone can contact the city's mental health services by sending "WELL" to 65173 or calling 1-888-WELL-NYC. For disaster-related trauma, call the Disaster Hotline at 1-800-985-5990 or send a text message.

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