Disaster-readiness resources from MU Extension
- Published: Monday, May 23, 2011
University of Missouri Extension has resources to help you and your family prepare for and recover from disasters.
Articles/news releases
- Be prepared for flooded roads
- Property loss from disasters may be tax deductible
- Before the flood: Prepare household items for long-term storage
- First aid for leaky basements
- Reducing flood damage to home and property
- Let flood-damaged homes dry thoroughly before installing new coverings
- Warm, wet weather can trigger mold
- Scams and fraud add insult to injury after a disaster
- Property loss from disasters may be tax deductible
- Snakes on a flood plain
Publications and videos
(To access publications, use the links below or go to MU Extension Publications Page and search by publication number
EMW1011, Family Disaster Plan – A template to guide families through the process of developing a comprehensive disaster plan.
EMW1012, Disaster Supplies Kit – A downloadable guide to gathering the supplies your family will need if a disaster strikes.
EMW1015, Sizing and Safety Tips for Standby Power Generators
EMW1016, Generator Safety Concerns Video
EMW1019, Tornado Season: Are You Ready?
EMW1021, Taking Shelter From the Storm: Safe Rooms Video
EMW1022, Financial Recovery and Risk Management
G1905, Is Your Family Prepared for an Earthquake?
MP904, Resources for Your Flooded Home
Other links
Extension Disaster Education Network (EDEN) resources
Writer: Curt Wohleber
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