Health and Safety Concerns for All Disasters

Animals & Insects
Information on animal and insect related hazards after a disaster including wild or stray animals, mosquitos, rodents, and more.

Carbon Monoxide
Learn how to avoid CO poisoning when using alternate sources of fuel or electricity for heating or cooking during a power outage.

Safe Clean up
Take steps to stay safe while cleaning up your home and yard after a disaster including wearing proper safety gear.

Coping With a Disaster or Traumatic Event
Resources promoting mental health and resilience including tips to cope with the stress of a traumatic event.

Food and Water Safety
Protect your health by throwing away food that may not be safe and using safe water for drinking, cooking, and personal hygiene.

Illness and Injury Prevention
Educational materials and resources to help you prevent injury and illness after an emergency or natural disaster.

Power Outages
Safety tips to help you prepare for and cope with sudden loss of power including avoiding CO poisoning and electrocution.

Returning Home
Tips to protect yourself and your family when returning to your home after a hurricane, flood, or other natural disaster.
- Page last reviewed: August 28, 2017
- Page last updated: August 28, 2017
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