Road Closed sign due to high water in front of water crossing over the road

This Version Posted: November 5, 2020

Floods are the most common natural hazard in Canada. Protect yourself from flooding. Know what to do before, during and after a flood. 

Keep COVID-19 in mind, even during a flood emergency. Reduce your risk of illness:

  • Keep a two metre distance from others when sandbagging
  • Clean/disinfect common surfaces (like shovel handle) before touching
  • Follow advice/direction of municipal staff if picking up sandbags at a municipal depot

Flood Factsheets

Image of poster for cleaning your well after a flood

Cleaning Your Well After a Flood

Image of a poster for cleaning up after a flood

Cleaning Up After a Flood

Image of a poster about how to keep food safe after a flood

Food Safety

Image of a poster on how to remove mould from your home

Removing Mould

Restoring a Septic System After a Flood

For further help, call the Health Unit at 1-866-888-4577, ext. 5006.

You should check with your local municipality about flood preparations, including the availability of sandbags. If you are experiencing an immediate flood emergency, call your local municipality or 911.

Resources

Local Conservation Authorities
Ontario Government
Government of Canada
National Collaborating Centre for Environmental Health