Maintaining health during and after floods and storms

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Speak with your local pharmacy, GP or call healthdirect on <a href="tel:1800022222">1800 022 222</a></p> <h2>Mental health support for affected communities</h2> <p> <a href="tel:1800011511">1800 011 511</a> - <a href="/mentalhealth/pages/mental-health-line.aspx">Mental Health Line</a>. <br/>Press ‘Option 1’ to be transferred to your nearest community mental health drug and alcohol service.</p> <p>If you need support, there are a number of <a href="/mentalhealth/services/Pages/support-contact-list.aspx">services you can access for free</a>.  If you're not sure, see <a class="moh-rteStyle-Externallink" href="https://www.dhi.health.nsw.gov.au/ArticleDocuments/657/CALD%20Mental%20Health%20Social%20Jun22%20V3%20(1).pdf.aspx" target="_blank">When should I ask for mental health support?</a>. Also available in <a class="moh-rteStyle-Externallink" href="https://www.dhi.health.nsw.gov.au/transcultural-mental-health-centre-tmhc/news-and-events/mental-health-support-for-cald-communities-affected-by-floods" target="_blank">multiple languages</a>.</p> </div> <p>Under the NSW State Emergency Management Plan (EMPLAN), NSW Health supports the NSW State Emergency Service (SES) during flood, storm and tsunami events. These events have the potential to impact your health. <br/></p></div> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="four columns"> <div id="wpzc1z1" class="AspNet-WebPartZone-Vertical"> </div> </div> <div class="four columns"> <div id="wpzc2z1" class="AspNet-WebPartZone-Vertical"> </div> </div> <div class="four columns"> <div id="wpzc3z1" class="AspNet-WebPartZone-Vertical"> </div> </div> <div class="four columns"> <div id="wpzc4z1" class="AspNet-WebPartZone-Vertical"> </div> </div>  <div class="sixteen columns"> <div id="wpzc1z2" class="AspNet-WebPartZone-Vertical"> </div> </div>  <div class="four columns"> <div id="wpzc1z3" class="AspNet-WebPartZone-Vertical"> <div class="AspNet-WebPart"> <div id="ctl00_ctl51_g_6d5f9528_a2fd_4a0c_a93d_92a4fcb6327a"> <div class="landingbox autoheight"> <img src="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au#" alt=""> <h2>During flood</h2> <div class="boxbody"><span> <p>Avoid entering floodwaters. Unpredictable currents and submerged hazards can be extremely dangerous.</p> <p>Wear covered shoes and check the depth and current with a stick. Stay away from drains, culverts and water that is more than knee deep.</p> <ul> <li> <a class="moh-rteStyle-Externallink" href="http://www.ses.nsw.gov.au/" target="_blank">State Emergency Service</a> </li> <li> <a class="moh-rteStyle-Externallink" href="https://roads-waterways.transport.nsw.gov.au/" target="_blank">Transport for NSW</a> </li> <li> <a href="/emergency_preparedness/mental/Pages/mental-health-services.aspx">Access mental health services</a> </li> </ul> </span></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="four columns"> <div id="wpzc2z3" class="AspNet-WebPartZone-Vertical"> <div class="AspNet-WebPart"> <div id="ctl00_ctl51_g_8a199340_4068_490e_94cb_f4fc34f96466"> <div class="landingbox autoheight"> <img src="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au#" alt=""> <h2>After a flood</h2> <div class="boxbody"><span> <p>Floodwater and leftover debris may be contaminated with sewage and other hazards. It is important to understand how you can reduce your risk of injury, sickness or infection in the aftermath of floods and storms. </p> <ul> <li> <a href="/emergency_preparedness/weather/Pages/staying-healthy-during-and-after-flood.aspx">Staying healthy during and after flood</a> </li> <li> <a href="/emergency_preparedness/weather/Pages/personal-safety.aspx">Personal and household safety</a> </li> <li> <a href="/emergency_preparedness/weather/Pages/household-cleanup.aspx">Household clean-up</a> </li> <li> <a href="/emergency_preparedness/weather/Pages/kitchen-cleanup.aspx">Food and kitchen clean-up</a> </li> <li> <a href="/emergency_preparedness/weather/Pages/power-outage.aspx">Managing your medications</a> </li> <li> <a href="/emergency_preparedness/weather/Pages/yard-and-garden.aspx">In the yard and garden</a> </li> <li> <a href="/emergency_preparedness/weather/Pages/swimming-pools.aspx">Swimming pools</a> </li> <li> <a href="/emergency_preparedness/weather/Pages/recreation-activities.aspx">Recreational activities</a> </li> </ul> </span></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="four columns"> <div id="wpzc3z3" class="AspNet-WebPartZone-Vertical"> <div class="AspNet-WebPart"> <div id="ctl00_ctl51_g_6d17ad67_58c5_4406_bdf1_3d90fa15a6cf"> <div class="landingbox autoheight"> <img src="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au#" alt=""> <h2>Infectious diseases</h2> <div class="boxbody"><span> <p>Floodwater may carry a range of viruses, bacteria and parasites. </p> <p>It also important to take protective measures to avoid bites from mosquitoes and other pests.</p> <p>For simple steps to avoid disease, refer to:</p> <ul> <li> <a href="/Infectious/mosquito-borne/Pages/default.aspx">Mosquito borne diseases</a> </li> <li> <a href="/Infectious/factsheets/Pages/gastroenteritis-outbreaks.aspx">Gastroenteritis - Controlling viral outbreaks</a> </li> <li> <a href="/Infectious/factsheets/Pages/giardiasis.aspx">Giardiasis</a> </li> <li> <a href="/Infectious/factsheets/Pages/leptospirosis.aspx">Leptospirosis</a> </li> </ul> <p> <a href="/Infectious/alerts/Documents/flood-disease-risks-clin-alert-20210325.PDF" target="_blank">Information for clinicians - Flood related health risks</a> </p> </span></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="four columns"> <div id="wpzc4z3" class="AspNet-WebPartZone-Vertical"> <div class="AspNet-WebPart"> <div id="ctl00_ctl51_g_ecc1ab15_f468_4641_b677_733661addb80"> <div class="landingbox autoheight"> <img src="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au#" alt=""> <h2>Water supply</h2> <div class="boxbody"><span> <p>Ensure you have adequate supplies of safe drinking water. 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If a 'boil water' alert has been issued in your area, follow it strictly to prevent illness.</p> <ul> <li> <a href="/environment/water/Pages/bwa-what-to-do.aspx">What to do if a boil water alert is in place</a> </li> <li> <a href="/emergency_preparedness/weather/Pages/private-water-supplies.aspx">Private water supplies after floods or storms</a> </li> <li> <a href="/emergency_preparedness/weather/Pages/rainwater-tanks.aspx">Rainwater tanks</a> </li> <li> <a href="/emergency_preparedness/weather/Pages/floods-onsite-wastewater-systems.aspx">Flooding and on-site wastewater systems</a> </li> </ul> <p> <a href="/environment/water/Pages/default.aspx">More information on water quality</a> </p> </span></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="sixteen columns"> <div id="wpzc1z4" class="AspNet-WebPartZone-Vertical"> </div> </div>  <div class="four columns"> <div id="wpzc1z5" class="AspNet-WebPartZone-Vertical"> <div class="AspNet-WebPart"> <div class="ms-rtestate-field"><div 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