Following the recent wildfires in Southern California, pools and spas have been severely impacted by ash, debris, and firefighting chemicals, creating several challenges for homeowners and pool operators. Understanding the effects of these contaminants and the steps needed to restore pools to a safe and functional state is essential. Here's a detailed summary of the actions required, common issues that arise, and the recommended approaches to addressing them.
Great care should be taken when undertaking the task of cleanup after a fire. Be aware of live downed power lines. In many cases in fire-damaged homes, the fire department will turn off the power. This is done because wires may have melted or been fused from the heat. Be sure to check with the fire department before attempting to turn pump and filter breakers back on. Only a licensed electrical contractor should determine the integrity of the breakers for the pumps. The Impact of ash, smoke, soot, and other debris from wildfires can drastically affect pool water chemistry and pool equipment. Pools near wildfire areas or areas where homes burned may contain high levels of carbon, nitrogen, and phosphate compounds, which alter the balance of pool water, create harmful conditions for pool surfaces, and strain filtration systems.
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