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: https://extension2.missouri.edu/news/be-prepared-for-flooded-roads-2567
- Property loss from disasters may be tax deductible: https://extension2.missouri.edu/news/property-loss-from-disasters-may-be-tax-deductible-1113
- Before the flood: Prepare household items for long-term storage: https://extension2.missouri.edu/news/before-the-flood-prepare-household-items-for-long-term-storage-1156
- First aid for leaky basements: https://extension2.missouri.edu/news/first-aid-for-leaky-basements-2572
- Reducing flood damage to home and property: https://extension2.missouri.edu/news/reducing-flood-damage-to-home-and-property-1155
- Let flood-damaged homes dry thoroughly before installing new coverings: https://extension2.missouri.edu/news/let-flood-damaged-homes-dry-thoroughly-before-installing-new-coverings-1153
- Warm, wet weather can trigger mold: https://extension2.missouri.edu/news/warm-wet-weather-can-trigger-mold-growth-1139
- Scams and fraud add insult to injury after a disaster: https://extension2.missouri.edu/news/scams-and-fraud-add-insult-to-injury-after-a-disaster-1229
- Property loss from disasters may be tax deductible: https://extension2.missouri.edu/news/property-loss-from-disasters-may-be-tax-deductible-1113
- Snakes on a flood plain: https://extension2.missouri.edu/news/snakes-on-a-flood-plain-1175
Publications and videos
(To access publications, use the links below or go https://extension2.missouri.edu/publications 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.
EMW1019, Tornado Season: Are You Ready?
EMW1021, Taking Shelter From the Storm: Safe Rooms Video
G1905, Is Your Family Prepared for an Earthquake?
MP904, Resources for Your Flooded Home
Other links
Extension Disaster Education Network (EDEN) resources: https://extensiondisaster.net/
Writer: Curt Wohleber
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