Tropical Storm Henri Causes Flooding in Several States

8/24/2021 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Fayetteville/Springdale provides 24 hour storm damage restoration services in Springdale

Tropical Storm Henri made landfall on Sunday afternoon and moved slowly across several states.  Strong winds and heavy rain were devastating to the area.  The storm left more than 140,000 customers without power across the region.  Air flights and rail service cancellations further crippled the area.  The Federal Emergency Management Agency was positioned in the region to help with recovery efforts.  Firefighters were called on to rescue nearly a hundred people after significant flooding in the region. As storms cause flooding and damage to our homes, it’s important to be prepared for power outages with flashlights and portable generators.  Equally important is being prepared with drinking water.  Local authorities may suggest to avoid drinking tap water for a period of time.  The Red Cross recommends an emergency kit that includes one gallon of water per person per day.  The emergency kit should also include nonperishable food, first aid supplies, medications, and a fully charged cell phone.  After the storm passes and it is safe, then is the time to assess damages to your home.  When storms and flooding affect northwest Arkansas, SERVPRO of Fayetteville/Springdale should be your first choice for any residential or commercial restoration.  Our team of professionals is trained to assess the damage, identify potential threats, respond quickly to extract the water and restore your property to preloss condition.  SERVPRO of Fayetteville/Springdale is available 24/7 by calling 479-419-5544.