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Devastating to infrastructure, farms, businesses, and families, floods continue to plague many regions of the country. Preparedness and mitigation are two crucial components of addressing flooding. Flooding on the Mississippi River in 1993 was the inspiration for EDEN, and continues to be a major focus of EDEN activity.
Floods are the most common and widespread of all natural disasters — except fire. Most communities in the United States have experienced some kind of flooding, after spring rains, heavy thunderstorms, winter snow thaws, unusual rise of lakes, or surge of oceans and seas as a result of hurricanes or tsunamis.
Horses affected by floodwaters face a variety of issues varying in degrees of seriousness. Horse owners who understand the threats and have a flood plan typically reduce the stress and health risks t…
Info that covers health and hazards, property, emotional and financial impact, crops and cropland, and saturated soil risk.
This fact sheet is online at https://publications.extension.uconn.edu/publication/flood-risks-farms/
A Flood Response Plan for Agricultural Retailers publication. Rare planning guide for making a farm flood-resistant.
A concise guide to soil conservation management practices. Resource on the relationship between soil erosion and water quality. Addresses types of soil erosion, and conservation and best management p…
Collection of weather related resources (NOAA) provided by University of Kentucky for any state that requests it.
Documents and explains the slab elevation process. Video was shot during an Amite River Basin project that elevated five buildings. Video is appx 11 minutes on process with an additional 9 minutes of…
Resources for families as they prepare for flooding and recovery from flooding
Alaska has a limited road system, few urban centers, and many remote communities. Whether large or small, coastal or inland, connected by roads or accessible only by plane or boat, each community nee…
Provides weather forecasts, summaries, historical data and outlooks for Indiana counties. Produced by University of Kentucky.
This fact sheet highlights key guidelines to help you safely and effectively clean and restore your storm-damaged home. See also the LSU AgCenter “Storm Recovery Guide”.
Resource outlining flooding and nitrogen loss, nitrogen management, rescue nitrogen applications, and diagnosing deficiency. Discusses research comparing methods for rescue nitrogren applications and…
For homeowners who plan to remodel, renovate, or improve their homes – points out the advantages of adding hazard resistance and energy efficiency at the same time. 6 pages
Often used for self-guided tours – in person, or view the web. LaHouse is a showcase for best practices and code-plus construction. Its flood- and wind-resistance features meet or exceed the criteria…
Guide to help people prepare for emergencies and provide information to help them during and after the emergency.
This resource provides information for residents returning to their flooded homes. Provides comprehensive instructions for restoring homes and belongings. Emphasis and health and safety during clean …
Describes the economic, social and ecological value of Louisiana’s wetlands.
Various topics dealing with replanting considerations, insurance and weed control after an event. Links to this resource: AgDM Decision Tool A1-57, Delayed Planting and Replanting Evaluator
This fact sheet discusses the importance of having an emergency supply kit. Though prepared emergency kits can be purchased, they are often expensive and may include supplies that you do not need and…
HUD’s Rebuild Healthy Homes: Guide to Post-disaster Restoration for a Safe and Healthy Home is a very detailed and comprehensive how-to guide for homeowners and volunteers that is available as a free…
Therapeutic play for people who have experienced a traumatic event can promote emotional processing, regulation, and resilience. Research studies have demonstrated the effectiveness of play-based int…
When a natural disaster such as a flood strikes a community, the risk of getting a foodborne illness increases. Take the proper precautions before and after a flood to ensure the safety of your food.
Provides advice for restoring lawns that have been silted, eroded, contaminated with chemicals and exposed to disease causing organisms.
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