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Asthma Triggers and Flood Cleanup: Protecting Health After Major Storm Events
March 31, 2026, 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. ET
Attend the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency webinar, "Asthma Triggers and Flood Cleanup: Protecting Health After Major Storm Events," to learn about practical knowledge, resources and tools to reduce asthma triggers and the risk of asthma attacks during flood cleanup and related recovery efforts.
Flooding after major storm events, such as hurricanes, can create serious public health risks and make air quality in homes, schools and other indoor settings unhealthy. Mold — fungi commonly found in moist environments — can grow on wood, drywall, carpet and furniture if they remain wet for more than 24 hours. For people sensitive to mold, inhaling airborne mold spores can trigger an asthma attack. Additionally, flood water can contain germs (e.g., bacteria, viruses, parasites), chemicals and other hazards that may affect human health.
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Learning objectives
Webinar attendees will be able to —
Identify common asthma triggers associated with post-flood environments, including mold, cleaning agents, dust and debris.
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Understand safe flood clean-up practices that minimize respiratory health risks and prevent secondary exposure.
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Access EPA and other federal, state and local resources for community resilience, clean-up guidance and asthma management.
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Recognize the role of collaboration among federal agencies and state, Tribal and local health departments and community organizations in protecting vulnerable populations.
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Apply lessons learned from expert and community panelists to real-world recovery scenarios.
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