INDIANA – Attend the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency webinar, “Asthma Triggers and Flood Cleanup: Protecting Health After Major Storm Events,” to learn about practical knowledge, resources, and tools to reduce asthma triggers and the risk of asthma attacks during flood cleanup and related recovery efforts.
Flooding after major storm events, such as hurricanes, can create serious public health risks and make air quality in homes, schools, and other indoor settings unhealthy. Mold — fungi commonly found in moist environments — can grow on wood, drywall, carpet, and furniture if they remain wet for more than 24 hours. For people sensitive to mold, inhaling airborne mold spores can trigger an asthma attack. Additionally, flood water can contain germs (e.g., bacteria, viruses, parasites), chemicals, and other hazards that may affect human health.
The webinar will take place on March 31, 2026, 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. ET
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