Clean and dry wet buildings quickly, safely

Mold in buildings is a human health hazard, and it must be removed, not just killed, to eliminate the hazard. (NDSU photo)
Mold in buildings is a human health hazard, and it must be removed, not just killed, to eliminate the hazard. (NDSU photo)

Flooding and seepage from saturated soils mean many North Dakotans will be faced with cleaning wet buildings this spring.

Ken Hellevang, a North Dakota State University Extension engineer, has these tips to help the cleanup go more smoothly and safely: – Stay safe. When using wet/dry vacuums and other cleaning equipment, use an extension cord with a ground fault circuit interrupter or install a gro…