Listen to local officials for when it is safe to return home.
Contact your insurance agent to talk about claims.
Tune to local media for information on any kind of help that may be given by the state or federal government or other groups.
Stay away from floodwaters. ater may be dirty with oil, gasoline or raw sewage.
Fix broken septic tanks, cesspools, pits and leaching systems as soon as you can. Damaged sewer systems are serious health problems.
Listen for news reports to learn whether the community's water supply is safe to drink.
Clean and cleanse everything that got wet. Mud left from floodwaters can contain sewage and chemicals.
Rest often and eat well.
Keep a manageable schedule. Make a list and do jobs one at a time.
Check references if you hire cleanup or repair contractors. Be sure they are trained to do the job. Be ware of people who drive through neighborhoods offering help in cleaning up or fixing your home.