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Moisture in basements: causes and solutions

Explains where basement moisture sources and what can be done to correct it. Presents seven approaches to solving this problem, from simple to complex.

What Grows Back After The Fire?

This fact sheet describes the response of some common northern Nevada rangeland plants to wildfire answering the frequently asked question is “Will it grow bac…

Greenstrips: Another Tool to Manage Wildfire

Looking at green stripping as a tool for communities to use in managing wildfire impacts and spread. Fact Sheet 97-36

Septic System Performance in Flooded and Soggy Soil Conditions

Discusses the use of a septic system before, during and after a flood.

Rising Above the Flood

video describes elevation of buildings on slab, based on an Amite River Basin project in Louisiana. The 2005 archived version is available in PDF format. 20-mi…

Dealing with Flood Damaged Turf

Advice for restoring turf damaged by floods and ice storms.

Functions and Values of Wetlands in Louisiana

Describes the economic, social and ecological value of Louisiana’s wetlands.

Shock Chlorination Procedure for 6-inch Diameter Water Wells

Discusses how to specifically perform a shock chlorination procedure for 6-inch diameter water well. Detailed instructions for shock chlorination. Includes dia…

Tornado Safety Tips

Information about what to do before a tornado, after a tornado, during a tornado. Includes information about tornado warning, watch, Emergency plan, supplies, …

Understanding Wildfire Behavior in Michigan

This publication focuses on wildfires in Michigan and their behavior. It also looks at how to keep your house safe in case of a wildfire.

Above the Flood

Documents and explains the slab elevation process. Video was shot during an Amite River Basin project that elevated five buildings. Video is appx 11 minutes on…

Living with Fire in the Pinyon-Juniper Woodland

Presentation materials with notes- accompanies video

Living with Fire in the Mount Charleston Area

PDF of Presentation to accompany Living with Wildfire: Mount Charleston Version

Living With Fire in the Big Sagebrush/Grass Environment

Presentation notes to video

Stay south of thunderstorm paths, says Purdue University scientist

Describes research on wind behavior during storms.

Purdue University experts say vigilance still needed for West Nile virus

Discusses prevelance of West Nile virus during late summer and early fall.

Corn & Soybean Loss From Floods & Ponding

Offers detailed pictures of damaged crops after the torrential rains that saturated parts of Indiana in early July 2003.

Biosecurity for Livestock and Poultry Exhibitions

This publication focuses on the health of livestock and poultry used for exhibits. The guidelines are to be used to help the exhibit managers ensure the health…

Biosecurity Guide for Livestock Farm Visits

Three-page fact sheet containing important information about farm visits, and how to reduce the risks of harmful agents from coming into contact with livestock…

Biosecurity for Livestock Exhibitors

This publication focuses on the safety and health of livestock when exhibitors. It provides a guideline for farmers to better ensure the health of their livest…

Living with Fire in the Big Sagebrush/Bitterbrush Environment

Presentation materials/notes for video

Making Our Urban Forests Safer

Alabama A&M University

Comprehensive guide to integrating urban forest management into the hazard mitigation plan. Discusses planning, budget concerns, public information, training p…

Rural Security Planning: Protecting Family, Friends, and Farm

One of the Purdue Pesticide Programsʼ publications, this one examines the statement, “Donʼt let vandals, extremists, or terrorists send you reeling. Act now to…

Food Safety and Science

resources that correspond to Bite 3 – Food safety and science. Many sections have downloadable charts that may be used as a handout during a group activity or …