SPRINGFIELD — With continued rain and flooding expected in parts of Missouri, the University of Missouri Extension has gathered some useful links.
- Be prepared for flooded roads: extension.missouri.edu/n/2567(opens in new window)
- After a flood, think food safety: extension.missouri.edu/n/3077(opens in new window)
- Before the flood: Prepare household items for long-term storage: extension.missouri.edu/n/1156(opens in new window)
- First aid for leaky basements: extension.missouri.edu/n/2572(opens in new window)
- Reducing flood damage to home and property: extension.missouri.edu/n/1155(opens in new window)
- Let flood-damaged homes dry thoroughly before installing new coverings: extension.missouri.edu/n/3073(opens in new window)
- Warm, wet weather can trigger mold: extension.missouri.edu/n/1139(opens in new window)
- Scams and fraud add insult to injury after a disaster: http://extension.missouri.edu/n/1170(opens in new window)
- Property loss from disasters may be tax deductible: extension.missouri.edu/n/1113(opens in new window)
- Use shock chlorination to disinfect contaminated wells: extension.missouri.edu/n/1096(opens in new window)
- Snakes on a flood plain: extension.missouri.edu/n/1175(opens in new window)
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/(opens in new window) and search by publication number.)
- EMW1023, Quick Tips for Cleaning Up After a Flood(opens in new window) – 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(opens in new window) – 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(opens in new window) – Downloadable guide sheet on storing and purifying drinking water during an emergency.
Missouri Flood Info on Facebook
Missouri Flood Info, http://www.facebook.com/MoFloodInfo(opens in new window), is a collaboration of state, federal and local agencies and organizations involved addressing flooding in Missouri, including the Partnership for Disaster Recovery. Managed by MU Extension.
Other links
- extension.missouri.edu/emergency(opens in new window)
- extension.missouri.edu/flood(opens in new window)
— Curt Wohleber, University of Missouri Extension
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