This is the ditch now flowing nicely. It will dry out in the summer and you can bet upgrades are planned.
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Sunday, 12 January 2014
Flood
Thank goodness for a warm and cozy night under the duvet because the next day we woke to six inches of water in our basement/crawl space. The torrential rain had overwhelmed our drainage system. We have two cisterns and a dry pond but it was the back up system which failed. By back up system I mean the ditch to which all pipes eventually lead. Digging through mud while being lashed by stinging rain is not the most fun I have ever had. My husband managed to suck out the water from the basement with the shop vac. The concrete is still wet, we have heaters and a dehumidifier running. My hairdresser suggested bags of kitty litter so we will pick some up today.
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Oh dear - the joys of country living - we know them well. I hope all is resolved soon! You've had a hard winter thus far.
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DeleteOh my goodness friend...I did not see this post! I am so sorry to hear of your flooding as I know all to well about that here. I am glad you were able to get it out of the basement. And I can relate to the digging in mud thing as when we were flooding last year my husband and I were outside with buckets scooping up water to help relieve our drains. I will be praying for you guys...... I hope that you have a clear bright week ahead...one filled with good things!! You take care and do keep us updated! Nicole
ReplyDeleteThe sun came out briefly yesterday and I made sure I was standing in its warmth. If you have any tips on drying out the basement I would be glad of them.
DeleteOh, that is not fun at all. Ever. I hope you didn't lose to much. Take care.
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