Ecosystem Services Did you know that our beautiful Florida environment can protect us from natural disasters? These ecosystem services, or contributions that the environment provides for human well-being, are crucial during our times of ... READ MORE
Category: Natural ResourcesPreparing for a Disaster – Keeping Your 4-H Project Animals Safe Preparing for Disasters, Project Animals September 28, 2018, by ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Livestock, Relationships & FamilyAluminum shutters help protect windows from flying debris during windstorms. Here in the latter half of June, temperatures have heated up and summer thunderstorms have swept through on a regular basis. As we are reminded often, hurricane season ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Work & LifeCourtesy of Shelley Swenson UF/ IFAS Wakulla Extension FCS/ EFNEP Agent Birth Certificates Florida Birth Certificates 1. The process for applying for a birth certificate can be found at the Florida Department of Health (DOH) website. Access ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Work & LifeCourtesy of Shelley Swenson UF/ IFAS Wakulla Extension FCS/ EFNEP Agent An electrician or another person competent in electronics should check your electrical system and appliances before you try to use them. You can ask your power supplier ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Home Management, Work & LifeCourtesy of Shelley Swenson UF/ IFAS Wakulla Extension FCS/ EFNEP Agent Dry books and papers slowly. If books and papers are damp, sprinkle cornstarch or talcum powder between pages to absorb moisture. Leave powder on for several hours and ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Work & LifeCourtesy of Shelley Swenson Wakulla County Extension FCS/EFNEP Agent When to Discard, Clean, or Call a Professional When faced with flood-damaged carpeting and rugs, your options will depend on the source of flooding. If floodwater consisted ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Home Management, Work & LifeCourtesy of Shelley Swenson UF/ IFAS Wakulla Extension FCS/ EFNEP Agent Warped and De-laminated Floors: Not all warped wood flooring can be repaired. The extent of damage will depend partly on the kind of material used in the floor. Different ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Home Management, Work & LifeCourtesy of Shelley Swenson UF/ IFAS Wakulla Extension FCS/ EFNEP Agent For those of you who have experienced recent flooding during the storm, it is important that you make sure you clean up properly. Excess moisture in the air can ... READ MORE
Category: Disaster Preparation, Work & LifeCourtesy of Shelley Swenson UF/ IFAS Wakulla Extension FCS/ EFNEP Agent Victims must be cautious about employing strangers to remove trees and do repair work on their property. Every agreement and credit contract should be read carefully ... READ MORE
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