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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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Disaster Unemployment Assistance: Am I Eligible?
Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) provides unemployment benefits for individuals who lost their jobs or self-employment or who are no longer working as a direct result of a major disaster for which a disaster assistance period is declared, and who applied but are not eligible for regular unemployment benefits. If you are eligible for regular benefits,…
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How Do I Start the Process for Settling Insurance Claims After a Disaster?
The Insurance Information Institute suggests several key “first steps” for settling insurance claims after a disaster: Once you are safely out of danger, it is time to think about how to manage insurance claims. First, contact your insurance company. Insurance policies place a time limit on filing claims. The Texas Department of Insurance (1-800-578-4677) can…
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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.
