After the passage of DANA, which affected the Valencian Community on October 29, its consequences are now arriving. Among those who worry the most, apart from the beach debris removalthere are the humidity. Buildings and homes have absorbed a large amount of water and structures are in danger, experts point out.
This is why it is very important to review the installations, particularly the electric because “a short circuit could cause serious damage and even cause a fire”. It is also advisable to carry out a study of the foundations, because, “if the water has washed the ground below the foundation differential inputs can be created, which could even cause total or partial collapse of the structure“, he adds.
Additionally, breathing moisture vapors generated by dirty water can be very harmful to health due to the appearance of fungi.
For get rid of that moisture, Experts warn against sealing walls, as this does not eliminate moisture, nor against putting waterproof elements on drying surfaces. Likewise, they report that there is draining mortars it can help.
The goal is not to trap moisture and let it escape to dry completely. In the meantime, Ample ventilation is recommended, the use of a mask and carry out a complete stability study on the buildings concerned
