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Environmental emergencies may occur from transportation accidents, events at chemical or other facilities using or manufacturing chemicals, or as a result of natural or man-made disaster events. This ... Details >
In the event of a radiation emergency, such as a nuclear power plant accident or the explosion of a radioactive dirty bomb, you may need to leave your home or the immediate area (evacuate). Depending ... Details >
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Protect your family from emergencies by developing a home emergency response plan. This page provides an online checklist to help you in developing an emergency plan for your family to follow in any d... Details >
This page lists vital telephone numbers within the FEMA system. These include helplines, fax lines, registration lines for disaster assistance regulations, and flood insurance information hotlines.... Details >
This consumer information fact sheet discusses the importance of a fire escape plan for every family. Readers are advised to practice escaping from every room in the home and to designate a meeting p... Details >
United States Fire Administration, Federal Emergency Management Agency
Also available in: Spanish
The United States has decided to use the telephone number 911 for emergency response services. This number may be dialed for free from any telephone when an emergency response is required.... Details >
In an emergency situation, people may not be able to get to their medical records. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention developed a “Keep It With You” (KIWY) Personal Medical Information For... Details >
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Also available in: Spanish
Did you know that a flood, fire, national disaster, or the loss of power from high winds, snow, or ice could jeopardize the safety of your food? Knowing how to determine if food is safe and how to kee... Details >
Food Safety and Inspection Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture
This page provides information that can help school leaders plan for any emergency, including natural disasters, violent incidents and terrorist acts.... Details >
Also available in: Spanish
Get the latest information on the Midwest floods, including how to find family and friends, get help, donate and volunteer, and learn about health and safety and what the Government is doing to help. ... Details >