Broward County Mold Inspections

Hurricane Melissa rapidly intensified into a major hurricane in the Caribbean over the weekend, bringing the threat of severe property damage across the region. Heavy rainfall, flash flooding, storm surge, and landslides are expected to impact infrastructure and lead to widespread power and communication outages.

While a direct strike on the U.S. mainland is not currently forecast, conditions could shift quickly. Even without landfall, strong winds and torrential rain may cause significant damage in densely populated coastal areas. According to AccuWeather, last year’s hurricane season resulted in an estimated $500 billion in property damage and economic loss.

“For anyone who experiences storm damage to their home or business, it’s important to be aware of the potential indoor hazards that can arise after a hurricane,” said Joe Frasca, Senior Vice President of Marketing at EMSL Analytical, Inc. “Floodwaters can contain sewage and hazardous chemicals, and water damage often leads to mold growth within 48 hours. In buildings that still contain lead-based paint or asbestos materials, these can also pose serious exposure risks during cleanup, demolition, or reconstruction.”

With a network of environmental and material testing laboratories spanning the East Coast, from Miami to Maine, EMSL Analytical is equipped to support communities affected by hurricanes and other natural disasters. The company provides analytical testing to identify mold, bacteria, lead, asbestos, sewage, chemical contaminants, and other potential hazards. EMSL also offers sampling supplies, easy-to-use test kits, building inspection tools, air monitoring instruments, and personal protective equipment (PPE) to assist property owners and remediation professionals.

To learn more about property damage and indoor environmental quality (IEQ) testing resources, please visit www.EMSL.com, call (800) 220-3675, or email info@EMSL.com. For access to home environmental test kits, visit www.EMSLTestKits.com.  

About EMSL Analytical, Inc.

EMSL Analytical is one of the leading testing laboratories with locations throughout the United States and Canada. EMSL is a nationally recognized and locally focused provider specializing in fast laboratory results for mold, bacteria, Legionella, USP <797>, pathogens, asbestos, lead, soot, char & ash from fires, VOCs, odors, radon, formaldehyde, indoor air quality, microbiology, environmental, industrial hygiene, radiological, food, beverage & consumer products, and material testing services for the identification of unknown substances. EMSL services both professionals and the public. EMSL maintains an extensive list of accreditations from leading organizations as well as state and federal regulating bodies including, but not limited to A2LA, AIHA LAP, LLC. (AIHA EMLAP, AIHA IHLAP, AIHA ELLAP), NVLAP, CDC ELITE, CPSC, CA ELAP, NY ELAP, TX DOH, NJDEP, and multiple other state accrediting agencies. Please visit our website at www.EMSL.com for a complete list of accreditations. In addition, EMSL carries a wide range of Sampling Equipment and Investigative Products for environmental professionals.