As Floodwaters Recede, Mold Danger Swells For Asthma Sufferers
As homeowners across the Midwest begin to recover from recent flooding, a new threat may be looming.Wet walls, damp carpet and other porous materials can serve as breeding grounds for mold, putting many at increased risk for asthma attacks, according to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI).Exposure to mold spores can trigger asthma in sensitive people, resulting in wheezing, coughing and shortness of breath.
