San Diego County officials offer this advice on cleanup:
As some residents are allowed back into their homes and neighborhoods, there are several precautions they should take as they begin the task of cleaning up:
· Avoid disseminating ash into the air; do not use leaf blowers or non-HEPA filter vacuums.
· The Regional Water Control Quality Board asks that you avoid washing ash into storm drains if possible.
· Wear gloves, long-sleeved shirts, and long pants to avoid skin contact.
· If you do get ash on your skin, wash it off as soon as possible.
· Wear well-fitting dust masks; those rated N-95 or P-100 provide better protection than simple dust or surgical masks. Persons with heart or lung disease should consult a physician before using a mask.
· Lightly mist indoor and outdoor hard surfaces before gently sweeping ash, followed by wet mopping. On lightly dusted areas, a damp cloth or wet mop may be all that is needed.
· Collected ash may be disposed of in your regular trash collection. Ash may be stored in plastic bags or other containers that will prevent it from being disturbed.
Wednesday, October 24, 2007
Yeah, there will be some of this
Everything's pretty covered with ashes here...
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