Flood-Related Resources From MU Extension
COLUMBIA, MO.
With flash flood watchs in effect for parts of Missouri, these ready-to-publish news releases may be of interest to you.
Be prepared for flooded roads: extension.missouri.edu/n/2567
Food safety after flooding: extension.missouri.edu/n/2550
First aid for leaky basements: extension.missouri.edu/n/2572
Reducing flood damage to home and property: extension.missouri.edu/n/1155
Let flood-damaged homes dry thoroughly before installing new coverings: extension.missouri.edu/n/3073
Scams and fraud add insult to injury after a disaster: extension.missouri.edu/n/1170
Property loss from disasters may be tax deductible: extension.missouri.edu/n/1113
Use shock chlorination to disinfect contaminated wells: extension.missouri.edu/n/1096
Snakes on a flood plain: extension.missouri.edu/n/1175
Publications
In-depth information is available from these MU Extension publications, which are available for free download. (To access publications, use the links below or go extension.missouri.edu/publications/ and search by publication number.)
EMW1023, Quick Tips for Cleaning up After a Flood – Tips on protective equipment; deciding what can be salvaged and what should be thrown away; safely drying, cleaning and disinfecting materials; and what to do before installing new drywall and insulation.
MP904, Resources for Your Flooded Home – Downloadable 24-page publication offers information about electrical systems; repairing walls; cleaning furniture, flooring, floor coverings, bedding and kitchen items; and controlling mold and mildew. Other information includes financial advice, filing insurance claims, avoiding fraud and hiring a contractor.
EMW1026, Safe Drinking Water in an Emergency – Downloadable guide sheet on storing and purifying drinking water during an emergency.
More MU Extension resources
extension.missouri.edu/emergency
extension.missouri.edu/flood
National Weather Service resources
Flood Safety Tips, www.weather.gov/safety/flood
"Turn Around Don't Drown" flood safety PSA, youtu.be/CxSgwRQaCqw
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