First, you are allowed to clean up your home and make temporary repairs. FEMA workers and insurance adjusters do not have to inspect the damage first. However, you are encouraged to take pictures or video to document the damage.
Next, floodwaters don't increase the risk of tetanus, but you are encouraged to receive a tetanus shot if you have an open wound that came into contact with floodwaters.
Dozens given tetanus shots in wake of Hurricane Harvey flooding
SEE ALSO: How to file a FEMA claim
If you receive a robocall with someone telling you that your flood premiums are past due, know that it is a scam.
If you see reports that FEMA charges for services such as damage inspections or contractor repairs, that's a scam as well.
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