Sewage, Black Water DamageSewer water damage to your home or business, call a professional for proper remediation and cleanup. Don't risk your health, the health of your family members or health of your employees.Sewage and water that comes in contact with raw sewage can contain over 120 different viruses, some which may cause severe diarrhea, eye and respiratory infections and gastroenteritis ailments to name a few. It can also contain parasites that can cause intestinal diseases. Sewage sometimes referred to as "black water",or "category 3 water", can contain bacterial pathogens causing various infections and diseases. Gram negative bacteria, found in sewage, at time of cell death by disinfecting agents or other methods, can break up into fragments containing endotoxins. Endotoxins can impair respiratory efficiency and cause inflammation of the airway. These are just a few of the health risks associated with sewage and sewage contaminated water. |