Officials Warn Against Pumping Water Out Of Basements Too Fast

Northwest Iowa — As the water recedes in some areas, some homeowners will be anxious to get the cleanup process started. Officials say some may be tempted to expedite the process by pumping water out of basements. Mark White, Public Works Director for the city of Spencer, says that could lead to disaster if it’s done too soon.

Officials say depending upon the severity of the flooding in a given area, a structural analysis may even be needed.

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