How do I clean bowls and buckets for water containers which have been in the floodwater?
Use an appropriately diluted bleach solution or sterilising tablets, following manufacturer’s instructions, to clean containers. Use water storage tanks and other types of containers with caution. This applies particularly to pans and utensils used in cooking or food preparation. Ensure the water taps are cleaned with hot water and detergent before using them for the first time after a flood. Allow the taps to run for a few minutes when you start using the mains water again, as this should clear the pipes.
