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15 to 20 Foot Waves Expected!!! Emergency Storm Response Team is Available (24 Hours)

**** COASTAL FLOOD WARNING ****
Wednesday, January 13th, 2010



As you may have heard, 15-20 foot waves are expected along the beaches south of Del Mar today. The National Weather Service has issued a coastal flood warning through 4 PM tomorrow, which means that flooding is likely. Local news stations are reporting:

“Residents of areas prone to flooding should watch for rising water and be ready to protect themselves and their homes. The entrances to harbors and bays are likely to be compromised by large, breaking waves...”

Free sandbags are available through San Diego County’s Department of Public Works (see attached news release from the DPW). However, if you or your clients were unable to prepare and experience flooding or water related damage from this storm, we have mobilized a Storm Response Team that is available for immediate response throughout San Diego County, 24 hours a day.

To request emergency service, please contact us in one of the following ways:

Servpro of Point Loma
Phone: 619-275-2802
Email: servpro9729@gmail.comWebsite: http://%20www.servproofpointloma.com/contact-us


For emergency water damage tips until we arrive, please go to http://www.servproofpointloma.blogspot.com/ for more information.

*** Servpro of Point Loma is a Ready San Diego Business Alliance Member. Feel free to contact us anytime for safety tips! ***

Fire and Smoke Damage Tips

Did you know that the first 24 hours after a fire can make the difference between restoring versus replacing your property and personal belongings? The following are tips you should consider until help arrives...

DO:

• Limit movement in the structure to prevent soot particles frombeing embedded into upholstery and carpets
• Keep hands clean. Soot on hands can further soil upholstery, walls and woodwork
• Place dry, colorfast towels on rugs, upholstery and carpet traffic areas
• If electricity is off, empty freezer and refrigerator completely and prop doors open to help prevent odors
• Coat chrome faucets, trim and appliances with petroleum jelly or oil
• Place aluminum foil or wood blocks between furniture legs and wet carpet

DO NOT:

• Wash any walls or painter surfaces
• Shampoo carpet or upholstery
• Clean any electrical equipment
• Consume any canned or packaged food or beverages that may have been stored close to the fire, heat, or water. They may be contaminated.
• Turn on ceiling fixtures if ceiling is wet. Wiring may be wet or damaged and cause electrical shock.
• Send clothing to dry cleaner since improper cleaning may set smoke odor

As a leader in fire and water cleanup and restoration, Servpro of Point Loma's number one goal is to return your property to its preloss condition. Whatever your circumstance, we are committed to making it "like it never even happened". Call us if you have questions... 619-275-2802. We're here to help!

*** Servpro of Point Loma is a Ready San Diego Business Alliance Member. Feel free to contact us anytime for safety tips! ***

Information on the H1N1 Virus

As flu season approaches, the H1N1 virus, also commonly referred to as Swine Flu, is on everyone's mind. The office staff here at Servpro of Point Loma you might benefit from the latest and greatest information available on the H1N1 virus. We hope this article helps to keep your family safe this flu season!

WHAT IS NOVEL H1N1(SWINE FLU)?

Novel H1N1 (referred to as "swine flu" early on) is a new influenza virus causing illness in people. This new virus was first detected in people in the United States in April 2009. This virus is spreading from person-to-person worldwide, probably in much the same way that regular seasonal influenza viruses spread. ON June 11, 2009, the World Health Organization (WHO) signaled hat a pandemic of novel H1N1 flu was underway.

IS NOVEL H1N1 CONTAGIOUS?

CDC has determined that novel H1N1 is contagious and is spreading from human to human.

HOW DOES NOVEL H1N1 SPREAD?

Spread of novel H1N1 virus is thought to occur in the same way that seasonal flu spreads. Flu viruses are spread mainly from person to person through coughing or sneezing by people by people with influenza. Sometimes people may become infected by touching something - such as a surface or object - with flu viruses on it and then touching their mouth or nose.

HOW LONG CAN AN INFECTED PERSON SPREAD THIS VIRUS TO OTHERS?

People infected with seasonal and novel H1N1 flu may "shed virus" and be able to infect others from one day before getting sick to seven days after. This can be longer in some people, especially children and people with weakened immune systems and in people infected with the new H1N1 virus.

WHAT CAN I DO TO PROTECT MYSELF FROM GETTING SICK?

As you may already know, a vaccine is available to help combat the effects of H1N1. If you're interested in receiving the vaccine, the County of San Diego has published a website with more information for you: http://www.sdcounty.ca.gov/Portal/flu/H1N1vaccine.html

The CDC recommends that medical providers give priority for the vaccine to certain target groups:

• Pregnant women
• Caretakers of infants under six months old
• Children and young adults six months to 24 years old
• Adults 25 to 64 years old with underlying medical conditions
• Health care workers

There are everyday actions that can help prevent the spread of germs that cause respiratory illnesses like influenza such as:

• Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
• Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. Alcohol-based hand cleaners are also effective.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth. Germs spread this way.
• Try to avoid close contact with sick people.
• If you are sick with flu-like illness, CDC recommends that you stay home for at least 24 hours after your fever is gone except to get medical care or for other necessities. (Your fever should be gone without the use of a fever-reducing medicine.) Keep away from others as much as possible to keep from making others sick.

HOW LONG CAN INFLUENZA VIRUS REMAIN VIABLE ON OBJECTS (SUCH AS BOOKS AND DOORKNOBS)?

Studies have shown that influenza virus can survive on environmental surfaces and can infect a person for two to eight hours after being deposited on the surface.

WHAT KILLS INFLUENZA VIRUS?

Influenza virus is destroyed by heat (167-212 degrees F). In addition, several chemical germicides, including chlorine, hydrogen peroxide, detergents (soap), iodophors (iodone-based antiseptics) and alcohols are effective against human influenza viruses if used in the proper concentration for a sufficient length of time. For example, wipes or gels with alcohol in them can be used to clean hands. The gels should be rubbed into hands until they are dry.

WHAT SURFACES ARE MOST LIKELY TO BE SOURCES OF CONTAMINATION?

Germs can be spread when a person touches something that is contaminated with germs and then touches his or her eyes, nose, or mouth. Droplets from a cough or sneeze of an infected person move through the air. Germs can be spread when a person touches respiratory droplets from another person on a surface like a desk, for example, and then touches their own eyes, mouth, or nose before washing their hands.

HOW SHOULD WASTE DISPOSAL BE HANDLED TO PREVENT THE SPREAD OF INFLUENZA VIRUS?

To prevent the spread of influenza virus, it is recommended that tissues and other disposable items used by an infected person should be thrown in the trash. Additionally, persons should wash their hands with soap and water after touching used tissues and similar waste.

HOW CAN SERVPRO OF POINT LOMA HELP?

If you would like professional assistance with cleaning a facility that has been exposed to H1N1, please give us a call at 619-275-2802. Servpro of Point Loma is here to help!

http://www.servproofpointloma.com/

*** Servpro of Point Loma is a Ready San Diego Business Alliance Member. Feel free to contact us anytime for safety tips! ***

Welcome to Servpro of Point Loma!

SERVPRO of Point Loma is located in sunny San Diego, California. Specializing in water, fire, smoke and mold damage remediation, removal, repair, and restoration.

We will do our best to keep you up to date on all the latest fire and water related disasters in the Southern California area. Updates will be posted here and you can also follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/ServproMike.

You may find it useful to subscribe to our blog as we may be posting specials when we are in your neighborhood. If you'd like to stop by to meet our staff, give us a call at 619-275-2802! We'd love to hear from you!

PS - keep your eyes peeled for us, San Diego County! Our green trucks will be in the following neighborhoods today:

Point Loma
Loma Portal
Point Loma Heights
Ocean Beach (OB)
Midway
Fleetridge
Roseville
La Playa
Peninsula
Mission Bay
Mission Bay Park
Bay Park
Linda Vista
Clairemont
South Clairemont
Mission Village
Mission Valley
Serra Mesa
Old Town
National City
Coronado
Coronado Cays
Imperial Beach (IB)
Cabrillo National Monument
Harbor Island
Shelter Island
San Diego Airport
US Marine Corp Recruit Depot
US Coast Guard Station
Fort Rosecrans
Sunset Cliffs
Vacation Isle

If you spot us in your neighborhood, give us a call! We'll give you a 10% off on your next cleaning service...

*** Servpro of Point Loma is a Ready San Diego Business Alliance Member. Feel free to contact us anytime for safety tips! ***