NH officials warn residents of mold problems

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NH officials warn residents of mold problems

Fox44 News - Colchester,Vermont*

Associated Press - August 18, 2008

http://www.fox44.net/Global/story.asp?S=8858256

CONCORD, N.H. (AP) - New Hampshire environmental officials are

warning state residents that mold can become a serious problem when

the inside of a building becomes wet.

The New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services is advising

residents to dry out any materials damaged by water.

Officials recommend bagging and removing porous materials with mold

growth.

Officials say nonporous surfaces, like hard plastic and concrete, be

cleaned with detergent and water and then dried completely.

Homes with earthy or musty smells may have mold problems.

The department says mold is a source of indoor air pollution. Large

amounts of it can cause health problems. It can also cause

structural damage to homes.