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Wild Edibles: Stinging Nettles
Date: March 27th, 2023 | Institution: Oregon State University | Hazard: Earthquake, Food Safety and Defense, Human Health, Naturally Occuring, Power Outage, Wind

Stinging nettle (Urtica dioica) is a delicious and nutritious food. But it’s also a plant that can sting and cause welts. With these tips, you can learn how to safely gather, prepare and preserve this wild edible.

Power Outage Resources in Spanish/ Recursos de Corte de Energia en Espanol
Date: January 24th, 2023 | Institution: University of Connecticut | Hazard: Flood, Heatwave, Huricane, Power Outage, Thunderstorms, Tornado, Wind, Winter Weather

Plan y kit básico de suministros de emergencia Tenga linternas con pilas que funcionen para todos los miembros del hogar. Por su seguridad, tenga a mano cargadores portátiles y bancos de energía para sus telé- fonos, computadoras portátiles y tabletas. Empiece a planificar ahora en caso de que necesite salir…

Los Niños y el Clima Severo Prepare a los Niños con Anticipación
Date: January 24th, 2023 | Institution: University of Connecticut | Hazard: Drought, Earthquake, Fire, Flood, Hail, Heatwave, Hurricane, Thunderstorms, Tornado, Wildfire, Wind, Winter Weather

El clima severo puede ocurrir en cualquier momento. Prepárese con anticipación para que usted y sus hijos estén seguros, confiados y listos. Los niños pequeños y mayores dependen de los adultos para que les proporcionen información y orientación. ¿Ha hablado con ellos sobre qué hacer si ocurre un clima severo?…

Low-Cost Emergency Supply Kit / Kit de Suministros de Emergencial de Bajo Costo
Date: January 24th, 2023 | Institution: University of Connecticut | Hazard: Fire, Flood, Hurricane, Power Outage, Tornado, Wind, Winter Weather

This fact sheet discusses the importance of having an emergency supply kit. Though prepared emergency kits can be purchased, they are often expensive and may include supplies that you do not need and lack those specific to your needs. View the Resources: https://eden.uconn.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/1244/2022/01/Emergency-Kit-information-1.pdf Ver Los Recursos Aqui: https://eden.uconn.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/1244/2022/01/Emergency-Kit-information-Spanish.pdf

Children and Severe Weather Prepare Children in Advance
Date: January 24th, 2023 | Institution: University of Connecticut | Hazard: Drought, Earthquake, Fire, Flood, Hail, Heatwave, Hurricane, Thunderstorms, Tornado, Wildfire, Wind, Winter Weather

Severe weather can strike at any time. Prepare in advance so you and your children are safe, confident, and ready. Younger and older children rely on adults to provide information and guidance. Have you discussed with them what to do if severe weather strikes?  

Cascadia Earthquake Preparedness
Date: September 21st, 2022 | Institution: Oregon State University | Hazard: Biohazard, Chemical, Earthquake, Fire, Flood, Hurricane, Mold, Naturally Occuring, Power Outage, Thunderstorms, Wind, Winter Weather

Be aware. Be prepared. The last Cascadia Subduction Zone event Magnitude 8.0 to 9.1 was on January 26, 1700 (more than 320 years ago), and they happen about every 280 to 350 years. It is time to get ready. This webpage houses all of the primary and secondary disaster resources…

Survival Basics: Stress Less
Date: September 21st, 2022 | Institution: Oregon State University | Hazard: Drought, Fire, Flood, Heatwave, Huricane, Hurricane, Power Outage, Thunderstorms, Tornado, Wind, Winter Weather

Survival Basics: Stress Less is a 6-page handout that explores mindfulness techniques to help you prepare to respond with resiliency before, during and throughout stressful times.

Survival Basics: Emergency Kits
Date: September 21st, 2022 | Institution: Oregon State University | Hazard: Fire, Flood, Heatwave, Huricane, Hurricane, Power Outage, Thunderstorms, Tornado, Wind, Winter Weather

In a natural disaster or other emergency, the key to survival is being prepared. Be ready with an emergency kit for your family. Emergency kits contain the basic needs for life: food, water, warmth, first-aid supplies, medications, medical equipment, flashlights and protection from the elements. Learn how to pack your…

High Speed Hand Washing resources
Date: October 20th, 2020 | Institution: Oregon State University Extension | Hazard: Biohazard, Chemical, Drought, Fire, Flood, Heatwave, Huricane, Mold, Nuclear, Power Outage, Terrorism, Tornado, Wildfire, Wind, Winter Weather

With the High Speed Hand Washing technique and some practice, washing your hands properly helps save time, water, energy and prevent the spread of disease. Absences due to illness are reduced. Groups of 5 to 20 or 30 adults to preschoolers can get their hands washed in 5 minutes or…

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