Category: Disaster Preparedness
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Preparing for the Unexpected
We can reduce the risk of injury or death from disasters by becoming informed and being prepared for them. This guide explains 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. It also includes special…
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Hurricane Evacuation Planning for People with Special Needs
Get Informed Texans with disabilities or special needs are encouraged to prepare for hurricane season and other disasters by planning ahead of time. To find out more about programs in your area that may accommodate people with special needs, contact your local emergency management office. Need a Ride? Dial 2-1-1 If you cannot drive or…
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Emergency Supplies Checklist for Texans with Disabilities and Special Health Care Needs
Hurricane season begins June 1, but don’t wait until then to prepare for a disaster. If you live in a hurricane evacuation zone and have special needs, plan ahead of time. If you cannot drive or make acceptable transportation arrangements, dial 2-1-1 to register for transportation assistance. The transportation registry offered through 2-1-1 will ensure…
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Emergency Food and Water Supplies
Safe food and water supplies are a major concern following a natural disaster such as a tornado, flood, hurricane or blizzard. Texas families who live in disaster-prone areas may benefit from being prepared in the event of disaster. Knowing how to safely handle food and water in the immediate few days after the disaster can…
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Patriotism Through Preparedness
Patriotism through Preparedness is a disaster preparedness program developed for youth. Disasters can cause children to experience many different feelings, especially fear and sadness. Allowing children to actively participate in a family disaster plan is an excellent way to build their confidence and may help them cope better with their feelings in the event of…
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Disaster Supplies and Tips for Individuals with Diabetes
Medicines and Medical Supplies Have at least a 2-week supply of daily essentials, supplies, and medicines: Insulin pump supplies, including: Important Information to Have on Hand Food and Water Supplies to Have on Hand Additional Tips Feel free to adjust the above list to meet your specific needs. — Download, save or print this resource before…
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Disaster Preparedness & Recovery eBooks
These disaster preparedness and recovery eBooks provide simple information on how individuals, families and businesses can prepare for and recover from a disaster such as a wildfire, hurricane, severe weather and more. To download these eBooks to your mobile device before a disaster happens, click the yellow ePub or Mobi buttons on the corresponding links…
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Droughts
A drought is a period of abnormally dry weather that persists long etamu urban water conservationnough to produce a serious hydrologic imbalance. Droughts have wide-ranging adverse economic, environmental, and social impacts as rivers, reservoirs, groundwater levels, and soil moisture all drop. View resources collected by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and organized by department for…
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Disaster Preparedness for College Students
Developing an action plan and disaster supply kit is the first step in preparing for the unexpected. Practicing your plan and knowing how to respond can save time and lives.
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Preparing for Wildfires in Texas
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.
