Flooding can occur from the coast to several hundreds of miles inland. Flooding can happen in a number of ways including river and stream overflow, excessive rain, or storm surge to name a few. Floodwater contaminants can create serious fire hazards if electrical wiring and equipment have been submerged in water. Ocean water and salt spray can be particularly damaging to electrical equipment due to the corrosive and conductive nature of the salt water residue. Even with professional cleaning and drying, sediments and toxins from floodwater are difficult to remove.
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