Date: Wednesday, May 1st, 2013
Thunderstorms produce lightning, high winds, and rain. Many strong thunderstorms produce hail and some produce tornadoes. NOAA Weather Radio is the prime alerting and critical information delivery system for thunderstorms. The following sites provide information on severe thunderstorm preparedness.
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Date: Wednesday, April 3rd, 2013
Source: Texas A&M Health Science Center
Caught in an emergency and need to think fast? There’s an app for that.
The Texas A&M Health Science Center (TAMHSC) is proud to announce the launch of our new safety and security mobile app, HSC eduSafe, available for both Apple and Android phones and tablets.
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Date: Tuesday, March 19th, 2013
Source: Texas Forest Service
A firestorm is a true force of nature. Much like a hurricane or tornado, you can’t stop it. All you can do is get out of its way.
Date: Thursday, March 14th, 2013
Source: eExtension
The Extension Disaster Education Network and its Agrosecurity Group on eXtension presents a Biosecurity Webinar for livestock keepers and extension educators. The one hour session provides background information and practical tips for small and large scale livestock farms wishing to avoid the risk of disease spread to their animals, either from off the farm, or between animals on the farm.
View and Listen to Recorded Webinar
Date: Tuesday, March 12th, 2013
Source: Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC)
Visit the Brochure Library to view over 25 comprehensive brochures related to animal health.
Date: Monday, January 28th, 2013
Source: AgriLife Today
Experts from throughout the state will gather in Weslaco on Jan. 29 to discuss options with growers facing severe water shortages this growing season, according to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service personnel.
Date: Wednesday, January 9th, 2013
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Frequently asked questions and answers related to Flu and the Flu Vaccine.
View Texas EDEN Flu Fact Sheets and Videos
Current Situation Reports from the Texas Department of Safety:
Influenza Preparedness Influenza Preparedness SITREP #2 – January 13, 2012
More Situation Reports from Texas DPS
Date: Monday, January 7th, 2013
Source: U.S. Fire Administration
All heating equipment needs space. Keep anything that can burn at least three feet away. Supervise children whenever a wood stove or space heater is being used. Have a three-foot “kid-free” zone around open fires and space heaters.
Date: Thursday, January 3rd, 2013
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Start small. Focus on one topic area each month for the year. The Office of Public Health Preparedness and Response has recognized the Do 1 ThingExternal Web Site Icon project as a community effort that reflects and embodies the Whole Community approach to emergency management. Do 1 Thing, a web-based preparedness program, encourages participants to become better prepared by tackling one topic each month.
Date: Monday, December 17th, 2012
Source: The Texas Department of Insurance
As temperatures drop, Texas residents are reminded that colder weather can bring new hazards that are unique to this time of year. The Texas Department of Insurance provides the following tips to help keep your winter safe and insurance-claim free.
