Category: Disaster Preparedness
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Animals and Livestock Attacks Disease Fire Household Hurricanes and Floods Insects and Plants Natural Disasters and Weather Resources for Youth Water Quality
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Emergency Financial First Aid Kit (EFFAK)
Use this guide and checklist to strengthen your financial preparedness for disasters and emergencies.
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How to Reduce your Exposure to Fine Particles in Wildfire Smoke
Wildfires can produce a lot of smoke. The biggest health threat from smoke is from fine particles, or particle pollution. Learn more about preparing for wildfires and smoke. View information about the best types of masks and respirators for smoke.
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Need help and don’t know who to call? Dial 211
Trained specialists ready to connect you with services.
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Don’t forget to include animals when preparing for emergencies
June is National Pet Preparedness Month, providing an opportunity for people to learn how to plan for pet safety during a disaster or emergency.
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Flood Safety
Floods are among the most frequent and costly natural disasters. Learn what to do to keep your loved ones safe!
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Flooding & Fire Ants: Protect Your Family
In infested areas, fire ants can present a potentially serious medical threat to people and animals during times of flooding.
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Mosquito Control Around the Home
Mosquitoes can spread many diseases, to control mosquitoes effectively around the home, it helps to know about their life cycle.
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Thunderstorms & Lightning
Everything you need to know about thunderstorms and lightning, which can also produce heavy wind and even tornadoes.
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Equine Disease Prevention
Understand how diseases are transmitted and how horses can be protected by establishing a core and risk-based vaccination program.
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Online Course: Emergency Planning for Child Care Providers
Learn how to create a safe and healthy environment for the children in your care.