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Storm Recovery • Published 2026-07-28

What to Do Immediately After Storm Surge Water Intrusion

Saltwater intrusion from Gulf storm surges across Goodland, Isles of Capri, Barfield Bay, and low-lying Marco Beach waterfronts presents corrosive hazards to electrical systems, masonry, and foundation framing.

1. Disconnect Electrical Main & Document Evidence

Ensure breakers are isolated before stepping into standing water. Take thorough photo and video documentation before touching belongings to assist your Florida insurance claim.

2. Immediate Truck-Mounted Water Extraction

Saltwater must be extracted within hours. Our specialized emergency water extraction fleet removes standing ocean water to prevent salt crystals from hardening in concrete pores.

3. Category 3 Sanitization & Desalination Flush

Storm surge water carries ground pollutants and ocean silt. We deploy antimicrobial decontamination identical to our Category 3 biohazard protocols.

4. Structural Drying & Dehumidification

We deploy industrial centrifugal air movers and high-capacity desiccant systems for deep structural drying and LGR dehumidification.

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