OKEECHOBEE – Okeechobee County was under flood watch most of Sunday as some parts of the county received more than 8 inches of rainfall in less than 24 hours.
As the flood waters recede, …
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OKEECHOBEE – Okeechobee County was under flood watch most of Sunday, Nov. 1, as some parts of the county received more than 8 inches of rainfall in less than 24 hours.
As the Super El Niño weather conditions bring higher than normal rainfall, the Florida Department of Health warns residents to be aware of the health hazards related to contact with flood waters.
FDOH advises parents to keep children out of flood water. Flood water may be contaminated with bacteria and viruses from animal feces or malfunctioning septic tanks. The water may also be contaminated with fertilizers, herbicides or pesticides.
Flooded areas can attract snakes and other wildlife.
FDOH recommendations include: