Recent Submissions

  • Tornado season: are you ready? 

    Burnham, Conne (University of Missouri. Extension Division, 2022)
    "Each year, many people are killed or seriously injured by severe storms and tornadoes despite advance warning. Some didn't hear the warning, while others received the warning but did not believe a tornado would actually ...
  • Disaster supplies kit 

    (University of Missouri. Extension Division, 2022)
    "What should I put my family's disaster supplies kit in? Disaster Supplies kits can be large or small depending on how many persons you have to gather supplies for in your household. Remember that for your home disaster ...
  • Family disaster plan 

    Burnham, Conne (University of Missouri. Extension Division, 2022)
    "University of Missouri Extension has created a disaster plan template to guide families through the development process. Creating a plan begins with a family meeting to discuss and decide how the family will respond to a ...
  • Family disaster plan : community emergency management program 

    University of Missouri Extension (University of Missouri. Extension Division, 2018)
    "A family disaster plan tells everyone in the household what they will do during an emergency. Having a plan reduces the stress of coping with the aftermath of a disaster. Using this booklet, families can easily assemble ...
  • Financial recovery and risk management 

    Procter, Brenda (University of Missouri. Extension Division, 2018)
    As you attempt to restore your life and home after a disaster, you will face many decisions. In many cases, the decisions will involve large investments. Naturally, you will want to recover as much as possible through your ...
  • Tornado season: are you ready? 

    Evans, Eric (University of Missouri. Extension Division, 2018)
  • Coping with summer heat 

    University of Missouri Extension (University of Missouri. Extension Division, 2018)
    The heat of a Missouri summer not only can make for high utility bills, but also can be deadly. Here are some tips to help keep you comfortable, healthy, and penny-wise.
  • Radiation fact sheet 

    Emanuel, Curt (University of Missouri. Extension Division, 2018)
  • Storm shelters and safe rooms (2017) 

    Schultheis, Robert A. (University of Missouri. Extension Division, 2017)
  • Ebola information for Missourians : facts about Ebola (2014) 

    (University of Missouri. Extension Division, 2014)
    There is a great deal in the media concerning the Ebola outbreak. Some information may be good, but much is borderline misinformation or contributes to a sense of panic. MU Extension has a tradition of being responsible ...
  • Safe drinking water in an emergency (2012) 

    University of Missouri Extension; Center for Disease Control and Prevention (University of Missouri. Extension Division, 2012)
    You and your family can survive for several days without food, but only a short time without water. Disasters can often cause us to question the safety of our drinking water. With a little planning and preparation, you can ...
  • Replacing important papers (2012) 

    University of Missouri Extension; Center for Disease Control and Prevention (University of Missouri. Extension Division, 2012)
    After a disaster, important papers may be destroyed, lost or damaged. This includes information on how to replace your important papers.
  • The facts on H1N1 flu (2009) 

    University of Missouri Extension; Center for Disease Control and Prevention (University of Missouri. Extension Division, 2009)
    What is H1N1 flu? H1N1 flu is a new virus that causes an illness similar to the seasonal flu. H1N1 flu is sometimes referred to as the "swine flu." However, H1N1 is the correct name for this virus. H1N1 flu lasts 5 to 7 ...
  • Acerca de la influenza porcina (2009) 

    University of Missouri Extension; Center for Disease Control and Prevention (University of Missouri. Extension Division, 2009)
    La influenza porcina (gripe porcina) es un tipo de influenza que afecta por lo general a los cerdos. En la actualidad, este virus se está transmitiendo de persona a persona. Se han reportado casos en personas en los EE. ...
  • Sizing and safety tips for standby power generators (2009) 

    Schultheis, Bob (University of Missouri. Extension Division, 2009)
    Missouri's geographical location midway between northern and southern weather systems often means surprise amounts of ice and snow accumulations in the winter. They are a cold reminder of the difficulties involved in running ...
  • Family disaster plan : community emergency management program (2010) 

    University of Missouri Extension (University of Missouri. Extension Division, 2010)
    A family disaster plan tells everyone in the household what they will do during an emergency. Having a plan reduces the stress of coping with the aftermath of a disaster. Using this booklet, families can easily assemble ...
  • Coping with summer heat (2009) 

    University of Missouri Extension (University of Missouri. Extension Division, 2009)
    The heat of a Missouri summer not only can make for high utility bills, but also can be deadly. Here are some tips to help keep you comfortable, healthy and penny-wise.
  • Recommended contents for family disaster supplies kit : what kind of container? (2009) 

    University of Missouri Extension; American National Red Cross (University of Missouri. Extension Division, 2009)
    Disaster Supplies kits can be large or small depending on how many persons you have to gather supplies for in your household. Remember that for your home disaster supplies kit you should include supplies for everyone in ...
  • Radiation fact sheet (2011) 

    Emanuel, Curt (University of Missouri. Extension Division, 2011)
    Time, distance and shielding are the three primary methods of reducing or eliminating exposure to radioactive materials.
  • Disaster recovery resources for Missouri families (2012) 

    University of Missouri Extension (University of Missouri. Extension Division, 2012)
    Below is a list of Missouri post-disaster resources. If you need Internet access, contact your local University of Missouri Extension center. This list is the Missouri-specific Unit 9 of Recovery After Disaster: The Family ...

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