Flood victims should watch for mold

Flooding from the Jan. 22 torrential storms was bad enough, but now residents cleaning up their damaged homes face the threat of mold.

The longer materials stay wet, the more likely mold will grow. It takes only two to three days for mold to form.

Mold can pose health problems, especially for young children, seniors and those who are already ill. Long-term exposure can affect anyone.

To take care of it, flood-impacted residents can hire a licensed mold remediation contractor with special training and equipment, or they can work to get rid of mold themselves.

In either case, take pictures of th...