Disposing of contaminated items
If furniture has been damaged by flood water, you can arrange a large item removal.
Disposing of used sandbags
After a flood, it is your responsibility to dispose of any sandbags. Used sand and bags usually retain contaminants such as sewage and oils when they come into contact with floodwater.
- Wear gloves and wash your hands thoroughly after handling used sandbags.
- If sandbags have been in contact with floodwater, you can't place them in your household waste. You'll need to take used sandbags to your local tip.
- Don't allow children to play with sand or place it in sand pits due to the risks from contamination.