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There is no way to know when the next disaster will strike. Make sure your family is prepared. Planning ahead can help keep you and your loved ones safe.... Details >
National Health Information Center, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
To find emergency shelter and supplies during a disaster, search for open Red Cross shelters by address, city, state, and/or zip code. ... Details >
If you have been affected by a disaster, post a "safe and well message" that your loved ones can view, or search for loved ones who have registered.... Details >
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Flooding is the nation's most common natural disaster. Be prepared for flooding no matter where you live, especially if you are in a low-lying area, near water or downstream from a dam.... Details >
Learn about the seven natural hazards facing the Nation — earthquakes, floods, hurricanes, landslides, tsunamis, volcanoes, and wildfires — and how USGS science helps mitigate disasters and build resi... Details >
After an emergency, such as a flood, hurricane, or earthquake, drinking water may not be available or safe to drink. This information will help you plan for treating and storing your water in the even... Details >
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
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 while cleaning up after natural disasters that... Details >
This page lists general information to help people in flooded areas recover and reduce risks caused by a flood. ... Details >
The National Flood Insurance Program is administered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Learn how to prepare for and recover from a flood, file an insurance claim, and find answers to... Details >
This document offers information on how to be prepared for a flood, the emergency supplies you will need, and what to do if you do or do not need to evacuate.... Details >
National Center for Environmental Health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention