Potential flooding to local St Clair County Businesses

5/1/2019 (Permalink)

Local Emergency Management officials are warning local businesses to prepare for rising waters. Current water levels in the St. Clair River and its tributaries are causing a serious rise in water levels. Local Emergency Management Officials are monitoring water levels around the clock to ensure your safety. This is a very dynamic situation and does have the opportunity to change with heavy winds and waves depending on where you are located within the county. Please pay attention to National Weather Service watches and warnings regarding information in your local area. If you need sandbags, please contact your Local Township or city office.  Please make your local government officials aware of any flood damage to occupied dwellings.

Safety Measures

What to do if my house starts to flood: Stop the flow of water and minimize damage. Move essential items to an upper floor. Disconnect electrical appliances. Do not touch electrical equipment if you are wet or standing in water. Shut off water, gas and electricity, if you are instructed to do so. If you need to leave your house, you should do the following: Secure your home. Grab your disaster kit (remember medicine, vital documents, food for your unique situation) Take your pets Shelter locations will be opened in the event you are to leave your home and are in need of sheltering.  Be Ready St Clair County Facebook page for updates. 

From: http://www.stclaircounty.org/

SERVPRO of Marine City/Romeo will be here to assist you 24 hours a day. If you experience any water damage or have any questions our office can be reached at (586) 336-7373.