Jul 2010
Information for Those Impacted by Flooding
July 23, 2010 | 01:24 PM Posted by the Village
Manager
On Thursday, July 22nd severe thunderstorms passed
through Milwaukee County and Southeastern Wisconsin.
Heavy rainfalls in Greendale resulted in upwards of
5-inches of rain falling very quickly, with periods
of torrential rain. The torrential rains in
Greendale, and throughout Milwaukee County, resulted
in numerous flooded streets and basements.
In response to this storm the Village’s Police, Fire, Public Works and Utility Departments were assigned throughout the Village in an effort to mitigate damage to persons and property.
For residents who experienced water accumulation in their homes, it is important to use proper cleaning methods to ensure that your home and personal belongings are as clean and safe as possible. The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) website has a great deal of information on flooding and flood cleanup. FEMA’s web site is www.fema.gov. Links to this and other information can also be found on the Village’s website www.greendale.org.
Residents are encouraged to take advantage of the Department of Public Works Yard located at 6351 Industrial Loop for disposal of their storm damaged material.
Use of the DPW Yard is limited to Greendale residents only. Residents using the DPW Yard should be prepared to provide some proof of residency.
Basic basement backup information
* Anything that cannot be cleaned should be thrown out.
For additional information or assistance call Village Hall at (414) 423-2100 or the Greendale Police Department’s non-emergency number (414) 423-2121. In the case of an emergency always dial 911.
Links and Resources:
In response to this storm the Village’s Police, Fire, Public Works and Utility Departments were assigned throughout the Village in an effort to mitigate damage to persons and property.
For residents who experienced water accumulation in their homes, it is important to use proper cleaning methods to ensure that your home and personal belongings are as clean and safe as possible. The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) website has a great deal of information on flooding and flood cleanup. FEMA’s web site is www.fema.gov. Links to this and other information can also be found on the Village’s website www.greendale.org.
Residents are encouraged to take advantage of the Department of Public Works Yard located at 6351 Industrial Loop for disposal of their storm damaged material.
Use of the DPW Yard is limited to Greendale residents only. Residents using the DPW Yard should be prepared to provide some proof of residency.
Basic basement backup information
- Do not go into a basement with standing water. Electricity + Water = Danger.
- Wait for the water to drain out of the basement before entering. Or, call a qualified electrician to disconnect the power before you enter a flooded basement.
- Take pictures or video of the contents in your basement before cleaning.
- Begin cleaning. Make sure to disinfect any affected area with a bleach and water solution.
- Consider hiring a cleaning service.
* Anything that cannot be cleaned should be thrown out.
For additional information or assistance call Village Hall at (414) 423-2100 or the Greendale Police Department’s non-emergency number (414) 423-2121. In the case of an emergency always dial 911.
Links and Resources:
- Flooding Health & Safety Tips
- Water Safety
- Disinfecting the Well and Water System
- Reentering your home after utility service interruption
- Mold
- General Disaster Health and Safety Tips (Which includes Links to FEMA, Wisconsin Emergency Management, and National Weather Service)
- Local Public Health Department listing
- Recovering from the Emotional Aftermath of a Disaster
