When people here the words floods and water damage in the same sentence, it is normal to think that the affected parts of the house would be the basement, flooring or electrical wires. Rarely do people think that the ceiling is ever damaged simply because it is the highest part of the house. But, this notion could never be so wrong because the ceiling is usually damaged just as much as the other parts of the house.
This is because any leaks in the roof during a typhoon and hurricane allow the water to enter the spaces between the roof lining and the ceiling. Eventually the water is trapped in that area and slowly eats away at the material that is used for the ceiling. More often than not this material is wood and water softens this overtime.
The first sign of water damage in the ceiling is when the paint starts cracking and eventually even peels off. This is because the wood starts to soften and the paint is not able to stick to it anymore. The next effect is that the ceiling starts to rot away, disintegrate and corrode. Small cracks and gaps begin to form which eventually means that it will give way soon enough.
The last stage is the ceiling finally breaking off. You want to avoid this as much as possible as it could seriously get somebody hurt. In effect, after strong rains or hurricanes, you should make it a point to have your whole house checked for any weak point or places where water damage may occur. Also, you may want to take preventive measures by regularly checking your roof lining and other critical areas in your house.
Of course, there are times when these spots are overlooked altogether. Being aware of the different effects can help you spot problems before they become worse. The cracked paint or corroding materials are things you should always look out for. With your cooperation and willingness to educate yourself, you should be able to keep the level of risk in your house to a minimum.