Tag: disaster preparation

Teens Find a Place to Learn and Lead in Wakulla 4-H

by Dr. Rachel Pienta

August 2, 2022

Wakulla 4-H offers a variety of activities geared to teen interests. Teen 4-H members can explore career options, develop leadership skills, and engage in hands-on learning experiences. Over eight weeks this summer, 18 teens contributed ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Community Volunteers, Disaster Preparation, Events, Food Safety
Tags: Disaster Preparation, Leadership, Tailgating, Teens, Volunteering

Hurricane Season: Books to Help You Prepare

by UF/IFAS Extension Bookstore

May 31, 2022

The Atlantic Hurricane Season begins June 1 and continues until November 30. To be prepared for hurricanes and other severe weather, it’s useful to have an understanding of the natural forces you’re up against, as well as the condition of ... READ MORE

Category: UF/IFAS Communications, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Climate, Disaster Preparation, Hurricanes, UF IFAS Extension Bookstore, Weather

This Hurricane Season, Be Prepared for Anything

by Andra Johnson

May 23, 2022

The 2022 Atlantic Hurricane Season begins June 1. Are you ready? Maybe you think you’re ready—you’ve got some bottled water and canned goods to last a few days. Maybe you plan to get those things, just as soon as you hear the next hurricane ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Disaster Preparation, Home Landscapes, Natural Resources
Tags: Disaster Preparation, Hurricane Season

Homeowner’s Handbook updated to prepare Florida residents for disasters

by Tia Silvasy

September 29, 2020

Hurricanes and natural disasters are nothing new to Floridians, but we are in uncharted territory when we try to manage disasters during a pandemic. That makes making planning for disasters paramount. The second edition of the Homeowner’s ... READ MORE

Category: Disaster Preparation, SFYL Hot Topic, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: Disaster, Disaster Planning, Disaster Preparation, Disaster Preparedness, EDEN, Extension Disaster Education Network, Florida Sea Grant, Hurricane, Hurricane Prep, Hurricane Preparation, Hurricane Season

What Should I Do After My Drinking Well Is Flooded?

by Yilin

August 6, 2020

Hurricanes are one of nature’s most powerful storms. They produce strong winds, storm surge flooding, and heavy rainfall. When heavy rains bring flooding to an area, people don’t often think about the damage caused to their private drinking ... READ MORE

Category: Disaster Preparation, Natural Resources, Water
Tags: Disaster Preparation, Drinking Water, Extension, Flooded Well, Hurricane Recovery, Private Well, Water Safety, Water Testing, Well Water, Yilin Zhuang

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