Polk County Health Department Issues Flood Safety Reminders

Oct 14, 2024

POLK COUNTY, Fla. – Following recent flooding, the Florida Department of Health in Polk County (DOH-Polk) is reminding residents about potential health risks associated with floodwaters. While skin contact with floodwater itself isn’t a major concern, contamination with bacteria and debris poses hazards. Here’s how… Polk County Health Department Issues Flood Safety Reminders