Flooded and wet basements can be hazardous. Alliant Energy is reminding people to take precautions following storms and in flooded conditions. Never walk through a flooded home or building until the electricity is disconnected, just a small amount of water can put someone at risk for electrocution. Generators used for water removal should be outside and vented properly and keep extension cords out of water.

Also, natural gas may need to be turned off in the event of a flood as water can cause pilot lights to extinguish which may fill a building with gas. For more information click here.