FEMA RELEASES "Getting Ready For Disaster" DVD
For more publications on disaster preparedness, visit the Community and Family Preparedness webpage. With the upcoming hurricane season on the horizon, killer tornados and wildfires in the Midwest and south and California floods breaking levies, ... [... more]
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Things To Know
You should also talk about a disaster communication plan with your family and what to do if an event happens when you are separated and away from home, such as at school or playing at a friend's house. You don't have to be afraid, but it's always ... [... more]
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FEMA for KIDS Homepage: Education, Schools, Disasters, ...
Welcome to FEMA for Kids! I'm Herman, the spokescrab for the site. This site teaches you how to be prepared for disasters and prevent disaster damage. You can also learn what causes disasters, play games, read stories and become a Disaster Action ... [... more]
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Before Extreme Heat
Heat kills by pushing the human body beyond its limits. In extreme heat and high humidity, evaporation is slowed and the body must work extra hard to maintain a normal temperature. Most heat disorders occur because the victim has been overexposed ... [... more]
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Household Chemical Emergency
Nearly every household uses products containing hazardous materials or chemicals. There are probably many hazardous materials throughout your home. Take a tour of your home to see where these materials are located. Use the list of common ... [... more]
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El Presidente Declara Un Desastre Mayor En Louisiana
Mensaje De Oficiales A Desplazados: Manténgase Lejos, Tenga Paciencia, Esté A Salvo Sorry but your browser does not support JavaSFO refresh your browser. FEMA anunció que asistencia federal por desastre se ha hecho disponible para el [... more]
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Caring for Someone with Dementia in a Disaster
Get yourself and the person with Alzheimer's to a safe place. Alert others (friends, family, medical personnel) to the fact that you are changing locations, and give them your contact information. Contact them as regularly as you can as you ... [... more]
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Before an Earthquake
Familiarize yourself with these terms to help identify an earthquake hazard: A sudden slipping or movement of a portion of the earth's crust, accompanied and followed by a series of vibrations. An earthquake of similar or lesser intensity that ... [... more]
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Before Winter Storms and Extreme Cold
Heavy snowfall and extreme cold can immobilize an entire region. Even areas that normally experience mild winters can be hit with a major snowstorm or extreme cold. Winter storms can result in flooding, storm surge, closed highways, blocked ... [... more]
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FEMA: Coping with Disaster
Find a Place to Stay File an Insurance Claim Rebuild Smarter and Stronger Understand Disaster Events Recognize Signs of Disaster Related Stress Easing Disaster-Related Stress The emotional toll that disaster brings can sometimes be even more ... [... more]
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FEMA For Kids: Disaster Connection - Kids to Kids
Tornado Watch -- Tornadoes are possible. Stay tuned to the radio or television news. Tornado Warning -- A tornado has been sighted. Take shelter immediately! are nature’s most violent storms. Tornadoes must always be taken seriously. Tornadoes ... [... more]
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How Do I Get Food and Water?
The American Red Cross and other volunteer agencies will provide you with food, water and clothing. Listen to your radio or watch local media for the location of the nearest volunteer agency facility. There are also sources of water in your home ... [... more]
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