The most common reason for storm power outages is a tree falling onto power and communications lines. The utilities do their best to clear t...
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Standby generators are powered by tractors or engines and may be either portable or stationary. Engine-driven units available may have an au...
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After a disaster, there remains the overwhelming job of cleaning up. One of the biggest areas of concern is the safety of food and water.
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Follow these guidelines to be prepared for power outages.
Know where your flashlight and batteries are—and be able to easily access t...
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This is the third in the Restoring Storm-Ravaged Trees series. Here you will learn to recognize electrical hazards and how to apply chainsaw...
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When natural disasters strike, you must take care of yourself and your family first. There are serious problems to deal with before recovery...
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Learn about floodwater, risk assessment, contaminated crops, and what food crop producers can do to prepare for flooding.
Throughout the ...
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After a damaging storm, trees are always a concern. Tree debris is the most common problem blocking roads and foot traffic, and it is likely...
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Flood damage to your home or office may be extensive and overwhelming. What about your landscape and garden? Your first impulse may be to pu...
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You are responsible for clearing debris from your property after a damaging natural event.
Here are some guidelines for setting priorities ...
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When faced with the destruction of your home following a storm, you may wonder how to start putting the pieces back together. With so much t...
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Alabama Extension offers educational programs to help Alabamians be healthy, financially secure, and experience improved family relations. O...
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