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Mildew after the Storm? Here are helpful removal tips.

by John Wells
August 24, 2012

Courtesy 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, Home Management, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Disaster Recovery, Disasters, Families & Consumers, Family & Consumer Sciences, Family Youth & Community Sciences, Shelley Swenson, Tropical Storm, Wakulla County Extension

Electrical Systems and Appliances – Cleaning and Odor Removal

by John Wells
August 24, 2012

Courtesy 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 & LIFE
Tags: After The Storm, Cleaning, Community, Disaster Recovery, Disasters, Families & Consumers, Family & Consumer Sciences, Family Youth & Community Sciences, Shelley Swenson, Wakulla County Extension

Helping Children After a Disaster

by John Wells
August 24, 2012

Courtesy of Shelley Swenson UF/ IFAS Wakulla Extension FCS/ EFNEP Agent   A disaster can make a child afraid, more afraid than you. A child can mix up real fear and make-believe fear. This is okay .How can a parent help? Don't leave ... READ MORE

Category: Disaster Preparation, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Community, Disasters, Families & Consumers, Family, Family & Consumer Sciences, Family And Consumer Sciences, Shelley Swenson, Wakulla County Extension

Cleaners and Disinfectants

by John Wells
August 24, 2012

Courtesy of Shelley Swenson UF/ IFAS Wakulla Extension FCS/ EFNEP Agent Household cleaners help remove dirt. Disinfectants help stop the growth of disease-causing microorganisms carried in flood water. Powdered or liquid cleaners and disinfectants ... READ MORE

Category: Disaster Preparation, Home Management, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Disaster Recovery, Disasters, Families & Consumers, Family, Family & Consumer Sciences, Shelley Swenson, Wakulla County Extension

Cleaning Household Utensils and Metals

by John Wells
August 24, 2012

Courtesy of Shelley Swenson UF/ IFAS Wakulla Extension FCS/ EFNEP Agent Cleaning, & sterilizing dishes and cooking utensils: Before using any dishes, pots, pans or cooking utensils that were in contact with flood water, wash and sterilize ... READ MORE

Category: Disaster Preparation, Food Safety, Home Management, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Community, Disaster Recovery, Disasters, Families & Consumers, Family, Family & Consumer Sciences, Family And Consumer Sciences, Shelley Swenson, Wakulla County Extension

Cleaning Household Linens and Furnishings

by John Wells
August 24, 2012

Courtesy of Shelley Swenson UF/ IFAS Wakulla Extension FCS/ EFNEP Agent Beds: Due to the complex construction of modern mattresses, renovation is usually not possible. It is best to buy a good used mattress or a new mattress. If a mattress ... READ MORE

Category: Disaster Preparation, Home Management, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Community, Disaster Recovery, Disasters, Families & Consumers, Family, Family & Consumer Sciences, Family And Consumer Sciences, Shelley Swenson, Wakulla County Extension

Home Clean-Up and Renovation – Building Damage

by John Wells
August 24, 2012

Courtesy of Shelley Swenson UF/ IFAS Wakulla Extension FCS/ EFNEP Agent   Check walls and foundations for damage. Much can be done to reverse the effects of high water and to restore even heavily water damaged buildings. Make sure to ... READ MORE

Category: Home Management, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Community, Disaster Recovery, Disasters, Families & Consumers, Family & Consumer Sciences, Shelley Swenson, Wakulla County Extension

Salvaging Household Furniture

by John Wells
August 24, 2012

Courtesy of Shelley Swenson UF/ IFAS Wakulla Extension FCS/ EFNEP Agent Before starting to salvage damaged furniture, decide which pieces are worth restoring. Such decisions should be based on: Extent of damage, cost of the article, sentimental ... READ MORE

Category: Home Management, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Disaster, Disaster Preparedness, Disaster Recovery, Disasters, Extension, Families & Consumers, Family & Consumer Sciences, Family And Consumer Sciences, Wakulla County Extension

Eliminating Odors from Your Refrigerator

by John Wells
August 24, 2012

Courtesy of Shelley Swenson UF/ IFAS Wakulla Extension FCS/ EFNEP Agent After your power has been restored, you will need to clean and deodorize your refrigerator. Here are some helpful tips on how to do this. Remove all drawers, racks and ... READ MORE

Category: Food Safety, Health & Nutrition, WORK & LIFE
Tags: Community, Disaster Recovery, Disasters, Families & Consumers, Family & Consumer Sciences, Family And Consumer Sciences, Shelley Swenson, Wakulla County Extension