what is the risk of human disease from walking thru standing (rain) water (waist deep)?
tddrpe2005
wound up slogging through a rain created swamp and wanted to know what to look out for. Occurred in Toronto and should only be skin contact.
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You might contact your local health dept. as the Centers for Disease Control says the risk is very high for a variety of water borne diseases.
I think it depends on your immune system and if you have any cuts or abrasions.
I wouldn’t consider you at risk for getting anything like Ebola
I think you’re safe – don’t sweat it!
Rain washes away dirt and grime which harbor bacteria and viruses fairly well.
Again, don’t worry about it.
There could be any and all types of germs an diseases in that water so watch out for any sighns!!!! Be careful
You may have been walking through rain water that backed up the sewers also. Immediately cleanse all areas with soap and water and watch for any skin irritations. I wouldn’t drink the stuff or drink out of anything that was in contact with the water. Wash your wet clothes. Get rid of the shoes. You should be just fine, just be smart and keep a lookout for anything unusual, especially if you had any open skin areas on your body. Good Luck.
I agree with just about everyone. When excess rainwater floods into drainage areas, etc. many people believe that the water goes to a purification center. It does not! It goes directly back into our lakes and rivers and anything in that water comes in direct contact with you. This includes not only raw sewage but anything persons may have disposed of in drainage grates such as motor oil, anti freeze, lawn chemicals, animal feces, you get the picture. Just cleanse yourself thoroughly and discourage others, especially children from walking or playing in backed up rain water.