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University of California

Fact Sheet: Thunder and Lightning Fact Sheet

This fact sheet describes the mechanics of thunder and lightning with a focus on dry lightning which increases fire risk and how to avoid and respond to lightning strikes.

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University of Florida

Essential Information on the Zika Virus

Primary presence for Zika from Florida Medical Entomological Laboratory.

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University of California

Fact Sheet: Forest Fuel Treatment Methods

This publication describes the goals for forest fuels treatment methods and the different types that can be used to reduce wildfire hazard in dry forests.

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University of Florida

Replacing Lost or Damaged Documents

This article deals with information on how to replace lost or damaged papers. This document is EDIS document DH215, formerly IFAS publication DH0505. Published June 1998, revised January 2016, Octobe…

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Colorado State University

Preventing Heat-Related Illness/Prevencion de enfermedades por calor

Heat illness prevention resources include: worker training scripts (English and Spanish), video trainings (English and Spanish), legal posting requirements, and prevention program information.

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Cornell University

Ag Damage Assessment and Economic Loss

The Ag Damage Assessment Form provides a standardized method for individuals who are interested in determining the extent of damages to agricultural commodities and structures. Includes Assessment Fo…

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University of Minnesota

Building Social Support and Connections

Social connections are important for good health. People who are connected with friends, family members, neighbors and others experience better physical and emotional health, and even a longer life.

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University of Minnesota

How to Prepare For a Disaster

Multiple resources to help individuals prepare for a disaster, including creating a family plan, developing a household inventory, organizing a grab-and-go file, reviewing insurance, starting an emer…

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Oregon State University

Cascadia Action Steps: It’s Time to Get Ready

Cascadia Action Steps checklist shows how Oregon residents and guests can prepare to survive and rebuild after the expected Cascadia earthquake and resulting tsunami.

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University of New Hampshire

Ice Storm ’98

The severe ice storm of January 1998 caused damage to many residential and forest trees in New Hampshire. Although storms of this extent are uncommon, trees are often exposed to severe weather condit…

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University of Missouri

State of Missouri COAD Guidance Manual

Second Edition, 2016 revision of the Missouri COAD Manual originally released in January 2014. The manual can be downloaded from the MU Extension Emergency Management website – Publications Tab, whic…

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Oregon State University

No Power? No Problem: Tips to Help You Thrive in the Face of Disaster

This publication focuses on how residents can cope with the loss of power to their homes. Hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses are likely to lose power during a disaster, but there are many …

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Purdue University

Stay south of thunderstorm paths, says Purdue University scientist

Describes research on wind behavior during storms.

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Purdue University

Food Safety and Science

resources that correspond to Bite 3 – Food safety and science. Many sections have downloadable charts that may be used as a handout during a group activity or as an aid for a project member preparing…

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Iowa State University

Plan for 2009 Crop Year by Managing Flooded Soils

Resource explaining how to plan how to manage the soil for the year after a flood. Deals specifically with recovery from the 2008 floods. Explains how to plan how to manage the soil for the year afte…

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Louisiana State University

Build Safer Stronger Smarter: Elevating an Existing Home

For homeowners who have flooded or whose home is below the required base flood elevations. Provides rationale, alternatives and incentives for elevating. Elevation is the most effective on-site metho…

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Food and Water Safety When the Power Goes Out

Alabama A&M University

Fact sheet on food safety during long term storms.

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Purdue University

Should I Quit Dairying Because of the Drought?

Publication walks dairy farmers through the decision-making process of considering shutting down operations due to a drought. Includes discussion of retirement, sale costs, future living arrangements…

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University of Kentucky

Animal Agrosecurity and Emergency Management

Threats to livestock production include natural disasters, disease outbreaks, agroterrorism, and other emergencies. Proper animal agrosecurity and emergency management reduce the effects of these inc…

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University of California

University of California Rangland Wastershed Laboratory

Website focuses on ecosystems of the California rangelands. Publication links, project, news, and events.

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Auburn University

After the Storm: Home Repairs and Replacement

This is a simple PowerPoint presentation that can be adapted by any state and used to help audiences understand basic insurance and contracting issues that arise when a homeowner begins the process o…

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University of Connecticut

Extreme Weather Preparedness for Livestock Operations

The digital version is available at https://publications.extension.uconn.edu/publication/extreme-weather-livestock/

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University of Connecticut

Power Outages Be Prepared for when Power Goes out

Power Outages are a major source of concern for people and can impact their health and safety. Strategies for preparing an emergency supply kit, completing household chores in advance that enhance sa…

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Sample Wildfire Hazard Zoning

Certain areas of Michigan are prone to forest fires. Some communities have zoning provisions concerning various measures to protect homes and other buildings from being as likely to burn down during …

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