LSU engineers model forecasts chemical contaminants based on Katrina-flooded homes
Friday, February 6, 2009 - 06:35
in Earth & Climate
A recent study by LSU engineers suggests that Katrina-flooded homes may contain harmful levels of contaminants, particularly aerosols and gases, which could expose first-responders, residents and any others entering such homes to serious and lasting health risks. The results could also be applied to similar flooding events that might occur in the future...