Tag: Hurricanes and Floods
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Hiring a Qualified Contractor for Mold Remediation
“Hurricanes, floods and extended disaster evacuations can result in extensive mold growth in many homes at the same time – creating a cleanup crisis. Everyone with a water-damaged home faces similar challenges, since mold must be remediated before repairs can begin. This process can be hazardous because of potential health effects of exposure to mold,…
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Supplies Needed for Cleanup After a Disaster
Whether you are returning home after a disaster or are volunteering to help, there are some important things to think about and prepare for before heading to the site.
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Be Safe! Be Aware of Natural Hazards After a Flood
Floods can cause many kinds of damage and natural hazards that can pose serious safety risks, including the following: Be Safe! Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Full Professional Level PPE (Recommended for high-hazard work)1. Hard hat2. Hearing protection earmuffs3. Safety goggles4. NIOSH-approved P100 half-face respirator5. Disposable suit6. Chemical-resistant gloves7. Rubber boots with safety toes8. Disposable…
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How To Save Undamaged Food Packages Exposed to Flood Water
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration suggests that undamaged, commercially prepared foods in all-metal cans and “retort pouches” (like flexible, shelf-stable juice or seafood pouches) can be saved if you follow this procedure: Food in reconditioned cans or retort pouches should be used as soon as possible thereafter. Baby Formula Tip: For infants, try to…
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Flooding & Food Safety: What to discard after flood waters have touched them
After a flood… Source: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service. Dinner Tonight. September 1, 2017, http://dinnertonight.tamu.edu/after-a-flood-discard/
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Getting Help from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
“I don’t know where to begin.” I’m sure this is a sentiment felt by thousands today as we look toward moving forward after Hurricane Harvey. Let’s start with financial help. Lack of money or stress over where the money for repairs and recovery will come from is a common problem. Two things you can do…
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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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Adult Stress After a Disaster
Although a person’s reaction to post-disaster stress may be troubling, remember that these are normal reactions to abnormal situations.
