As many continue cleaning up from the remnants of Hurricane Ida, experts are reminding people to stay safe while doing so.

“And their safety is the number one issue. So, we don't want anybody to get electrocuted, please wear protective clothing, including boots, protective clothing, masks, especially anybody that has asthma or other breathing ailments. The biggest issue is mold, after the fact. So, if you already have a breathing issue, obviously that would affect you more,” said Lucille Morgan, Luzerne Co. Emergency Management Agency Director.

Experts recommend getting a tetanus shot in cases where you have been exposed to a lot of the polluted water.

Lieutenant Ismael Ortiz says that making sure that you properly clean and disinfect your home after flooding like this is more important than ever. If you're in need or can't afford cleaning supplies the Salvation Army is giving out flood kits.

“Because anytime there's a flood, most likely you're going to have mold or any type of other substances that are harmful for humans, so we provide these cleaning kits with trash bags, gloves, mops, and broom handles which become full size," said Lieutenant Ismael Ortiz, Wilkes-Barre Salvation Army.

The Salvation Army is also giving away vouchers to replace damaged furniture.

“Please dispose of any furniture that cannot be cleaned because you do get mold in the crevices and most likely you can’t get in there with chemicals or brush,” said Ortiz, who is on standby to head to Louisiana to help out with cleanup efforts, where thousands of residents are still without power.

If you’re in need of pumps, contact your local fire department.

“We've been pumping probably for a good 48 hours straight here now. So, we have several pumps out, we're starting to get them back and, some people that are on the list, and we'll get to them as soon as possible,” said Joe Temarantz, Hanover Township Fire Chief.

It is important to use the pumps outside of the home to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning.

“And not near an open window because, when the window is open and the generator is right below it, it's going to allow that carbon monoxide to get into the interior of your home. So, you need to keep it as far as way possible and well ventilated,” said Temarantz.

Most importantly when cleaning up, you should avoid direct contact with the contaminated water. The same sanitation protocols used with COVID, like wearing a mask and washing your hands thoroughly, can be applied here.