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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.
Cooperative Extension plays a vital role in teaching emergency preparedness and response by providing community education and outreach, delivering tailored educational programs, fostering collaborati…
Louisiana Weather and Climate Synopsis by Parish (County)
For owners and contractors of storm-damaged homes, proper materials and pest management steps can reduce the impact of insects, wood decay and rot in termite hazard areas and wet climate zones. Recom…
video describes wrapping a building with polyethylene to prevent entry of floodwaters under 3 feet. Also mentions options for holding the polyethylene away for the building on a temporary support str…
23 frequently asked questions with answers – unbiased information – based on building science principles and practices, to help home owners, contractors and workers make informed decisions. From maki…
Describes how to avoid snakes both indoors and outdoors. Content updated in 2022.
Explains how to check and disinfect a well that has been flooded. Describes process for disinfecting wells and cisterns inundated with floodwaters.
Information on food safety considerations after a flood in your home.
Discusses assessing well safety following a flood. Answers common questions about when wells should be tested, contamination risks caused by wet weather and where water samples can be tested.
This video discusses staging a large sandbagging operation and the use of sandbags in a flooding event. Covers containing sand boils on the “dry side” 15:20 minutes. Developed as a training tool for …
You live and work in rural Calamity County, home to an award-winning carrot festival and its unique carrot currency. Calamity County suffers from frequent disasters. Helping animals in your community…
We all know Mother Nature can be intense and devastating. While there may be many reasons to put off hazard preparation, your family and home deserve protection that only you can provide. If you live…
Instructions for planters on appropriate measures for planting in flooded soils. Describes the adjustments planter operators must make to avoid soil compaction in wet fields.
A research-based SHOWCASE OF SOLUTIONS and educational outreach program to help you shape the future with homes that offers MORE comfort, durability, value, convenience, environmental quality, safety…
This resource outlines the professional development process utilized by Kentucky Cooperative Extension to prepare Extension agents and administrators to assist their colleagues during times of disast…
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…
Important papers may be destroyed, lost or damaged as a result of a disaster. The information on this fact sheet will help people find the resources they need to replace their important documents.
Advice for restoring turf damaged by floods and ice storms.
Topics include safety and health advice, dealing with financial loss, risk management, restoring storm-damaged buildings, salvaging belongings, and lawn and garden care. Consolidates content that was…
This video demonstrates the steps to chlorinate a well following a flood. Provides a clear, step-by-step explanation of private well systems, how to calculate water volume and the amount of chlorine …
The Youth Preparedness Initiative is aimed at preparing young people for emergencies, disasters, and various life challenges. The curriculum is designed to equip youth with the necessary skills, know…
Three-page fact-sheet. Advises taking special precautions against flood-related diseases in poultry and livestock. Give animals extra care, particularly if they have been stranded by floodwater and h…
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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