Date: November 15th, 2012
Source: AgriLife Today
Hurricane Sandy’s landfall should be a reminder to Texans that it’s not a matter of if, but when, a similar disaster might again affect the Lone Star State, said experts from the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service.
Date: October 29th, 2012
Source: American Red Cross
Be ready for a disaster with each of these apps by the American Red Cross. Apps include:
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Date: October 17th, 2012
Source: U.S. Fire Administration
In the event of a fire, remember that every second counts, so you and your family must always be prepared. Escape plans help you get out of your home quickly. In less than 30 seconds, a small flame can get completely out of control and turn into a major fire. It only takes minutes for a house to fill with thick black smoke and become engulfed in flames.
Prepare and practice your fire escape plan twice a year with everyone in your household, including children and people with disabilities. It’s also a good idea to practice your plan with overnight guests.
Date: October 15th, 2012
Source: Texas A&M Forest Service
A Texas A&M Forest Service survey of hundreds of forested plots scattered across the state shows 301 million trees were killed as a result of the devastating 2011 drought.
The number was determined by a study of both on-the-ground tree health assessments collected during a three-month period earlier this year and satellite imagery from before and after the drought.
Date: October 11th, 2012
Source: Texas Department of State Health Services
With flu season officially underway, the Texas Department of State Health Services urges everyone at least 6 months old to get vaccinated against the flu. A vaccination now will provide protection throughout the flu season, which runs through May.
Date: September 26th, 2012
Zoonotic Diseases are diseases that can be shared between animals and people.
A person may become infected with an animal disease indirectly from the environment or through flies, mosquitoes, ticks and fleas.
They can also become infected directly through close contact between animals and people.
Partial List of Zoonotic Diseases that can be found in Texas:
See the Texas EDEN Disease & Epidemic page for more information.
Date: September 21st, 2012
Source: Texas Forest Service
2011 marked one of the worst droughts in state history. What does that mean for the state’s trees?
Date: September 14th, 2012
Source: ReadyHoustonTX.gov
A video showing how to survive an active shooter event.
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Date: September 12th, 2012
Source: Texas Department of State Health Services
Citing six deaths and more than 1,000 confirmed cases of pertussis, or whooping cough, in Texas so far this year, the Texas Department of State Health Services is issuing a health advisory urging immunization against the potentially lethal illness.
View Texas EDEN Pertussis Information
Date: August 31st, 2012
Source: Texas AgriLife Extension Service
Use these posters in and around animal exhibit areas to help stop the spread of flu.
Influenza H3N2v: Key Facts for People Exhibiting Pigs at Fairs
