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Preventing Violence After a Natural Disaster
The increased stress associated with disruptions in families; challenges in meeting daily needs such as food, water, and shelter; as well as disruptions in health and law enforcement services can incr... Details >
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Protect Yourself from Animal- and Insect-Related Hazards After a Natural Disaster
Also available in: Spanish
During a natural disaster and its aftermath, there are some basic facts to remember that will help protect one’s personal health and safety. This fact sheet discusses how to protect oneself from anima... Details >
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
State Offices and Agencies of Emergency Management
This is a list of addresses, phone numbers, fax numbers, and web sites of the state offices and agencies of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).... Details >
Strategies and Resources for Dealing with Natural Disaster 
The 2005 hurricane season has left countless individuals and families displaced and without basic resources. The stress that comes from facing a natural disaster is extremely difficult for all affecte... Details >
Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
Survivors of Natural Disasters and Mass Violence
This fact sheet explains the symptoms one may exhibit as a result of disaster experiences, factors that increase the risk of readjustment problems, and what disaster survivors can do to best recover f... Details >
Tornadoes
Also available in: Spanish
Knowing what to do when you see a tornado, or when you hear a tornado warning, can help protect you and your family. During a tornado, people face hazards from extremely high winds and risk being stru... Details >
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services