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CDC's Emergency Preparedness and Response Web site

This site is intended to increase the nation's ability to prepare for and respond to public health emergencies. Topics covered include bioterrorism, chemical and radiation emergencies, mass casualties... Details >

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

DisasterAssistance.gov

Also available in: Spanish 

Locate and apply for disaster relief offered by U.S. Government agencies which sponsor more than 50 forms of disaster assistance. ... Details >

Federal Emergency Management Agency

Fact Sheet on Natural Disaster Recovery: Cleanup Hazard

Cleanup work of any kind is hazardous, but flood conditions make it even more so. Following the procedures listed on this page will help to keep you safe and healthy while cleaning up after natural di... Details >

U.S. Department of Labor

Keep Food and Water Safe After a Natural Disaster or Power Outage

Also available in: Spanish 

During a flood 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 keep food and water safe after a natu... Details >

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

National Weather Service Home Page

The National Weather Service (NWS) is a component of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). NOAA is an Operating Unit of the U.S. Department of Commerce. NWS provides weather, hyd... Details >

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Natural Disasters: Hurricanes Health and Safety

Also available in: Spanish 

This page links to health and safety resources about hurricanes. Links cover hurricane readiness and recovery, information for specific groups, other resources, and more.... Details >

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Prepare.org  External Link

Also available in: Spanish   External Link

Prepare.org is designed to help you and your family prepare for natural and human-caused disasters. The Web site provides disaster preparedness materials in English and multiple foreign languages from... Details >

American Red Cross, National Headquarters  External Link

Prevent Illness After a Natural Disaster

During a natural disaster and its aftermath, there are some basic facts to remember that will help protect one’s personal health. This fact sheet discusses how to prevent illness after a natural disas... Details >

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Prevent Injury After a Natural Disaster

During a natural disaster and its aftermath, there are some basic facts to remember that will help protect one’s personal safety. This fact sheet discusses how to prevent injury after a natural disast... Details >

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

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