The Department of Environmental Protection has a variety of useful information for individuals, farms and businesses to help in dealing with the impacts of flooding.  Here are just some of the fact sheets available--

-- Storm Response: Managing Debris (pdf)

-- Recommendations on Disposal of Flood Debris and Emergency Removal of Debris from Streams (pdf)

-- Post Flooding Information & Resources (pdf)

-- Post Flooding Information & Resources (pdf) (Spanish version)

-- Tips for Safe Flood Cleanup (pdf)

-- Disinfection of Home Wells and Springs (pdf)

-- What to Do with Your Septic System After a Flood (pdf)

-- Tips for Dealing with Flood-Related Storage Tank Problems (pdf)

-- Permitting Options for Flood-Damaged Bridges and Other Water Obstructions and Encroachments (pdf)

-- Flooding And Maintenance Of PA’s Streams

-- Drinking Water Emergencies - Public Preparation and Response

-- State Conservation Commission Flood Response and Recovery Manure Related FAQ's (pdf)

Visit DEP’s Storm and Flood Recovery webpage for more information.

Related Articles:

-- Penn State Extension: Resources Available On Preventing, Recovering From Flood Damage [PaEN]

-- PUC: Offers Safety Tips As Remnants Of Hurricane Ida Approach [PaEN]

-- DCNR: To Close Some State Park, Forest Campsites Wednesday, Thursday Ahead Of Heavy Rain From Tropical Depression Ida  [PaEN]

-- Penn State Extension: Resources Available On Preventing, Recovering From Flood Damage  [PaEN]

-- AG Shapiro: In Wake Of Hurricane Ida, AG Shapiro Reminds Homeowners Of The Rights, Warns Of Scams

[Posted: August 31, 2021]

9/6/2021