Category: Community Risk Assessment
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Fires & Wildfires
Wildfires affect America’s farms and ranches, damaging and destroying homes, barns, agriculture production facilities, crops and livestock. Much of this damage can be avoided, or at least minimized, if a few precautions are taken to minimize the risk and spread of wildfires.
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Information For Chemical or Hazardous Material Disasters
Chemicals are found in everything from cleaning agents to gasoline; they are a daily part of our lives. When used properly, chemicals normally pose little threat. When used improperly, they can be harmful and even deadly. The following resources provide more information about preparing for and recovering from chemical or hazardous material spills and disasters.…
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Build a Grab-and-Go Box
Recent natural disasters have emphasized the importance of emergency preparedness. Everyone should have individual and family evacuation plans in place. Extensive planning should include all members of the family. Keep in mind that an emergency plan may be different for every family, yet there are common elements. It is critical that each family have a…
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Disaster Information for Violence & Terrorism
Terrorism is the use of force or violence against person or property for the purpose of intimidation, coercion, or ransom. Terrorists often use violence and threats to create fear among the public, to try to convince people that their government is powerless to prevent acts of terrorism, and to get immediate publicity for their causes.…
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Accidents that are Disasters
Disasters caused by accidents include hazardous materials incidents, household chemical emergencies, nuclear power plant emergencies, explosions, and equipment failure. There is little or no warning preceding an accidental disaster, therefore, advanced preparation is an essential part of maintaining a safe environment for yourself and your family. Click on a link to go to a specific…
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Disaster Preparedness Information For Families & Individuals
Reduce the risk of injury or death from disasters by becoming informed and being prepared for them. These resources explain how to make a family disaster plan, how to compile a disaster supplies kit, where to find help, and how to get involved in community efforts for disaster preparedness. They also includes special sections on…
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Disaster Preparedness Information For Your Health
Emergency situations and disasters can take a toll on your health. Prepare for your health needs in advance by using these resources. Videos: eBooks:
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Protecting Farms & Ranches from Wildfires
Wildfires affect America’s farms and ranches, damaging and destroying homes, barns, agriculture production facilities, crops and livestock. Much of this damage can be avoided, or at least minimized, if a few precautions are taken to minimize the risk and spread of wildfires. I. BEFORE Precautions should be taken long before a fire threatens your property in…