13/04/2026
🚨 After the floods, THESE are the biggest hygiene risks most people ignore:
🦠 Contaminated water — Floodwater mixes with sewage, chemicals and waste. Even after it drains, surfaces, pipes and toilets can remain contaminated.
🚽 Damaged sanitation facilities — Flooded toilets and sewage systems can back up and spread disease-causing bacteria like cholera, typhoid and E. coli.
🤲 Poor handwashing access — When water supply is disrupted, basic hygiene like washing hands before eating becomes nearly impossible.
🐀 Increased pest activity — Floods displace rodents and insects that carry diseases directly into living spaces.
🏠 Mould and damp conditions — Lingering moisture creates environments where harmful bacteria thrive.
⚠️ The weeks AFTER a flood are often MORE dangerous than the flood itself.
Knowledge is your first line of defence. Share this post and protect your community.
