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Disaster Information Resources
Disaster Information Resources Series
These publications are designed to help Louisiana residents recover from floods, storms, extended power outages and other stressful, dangerous events.
Storm Recovery Guide
Storm Recovery Guide
Topics include Be Safe: Stay Healthy After Disaster, Surviving and Recovering from a Power Outage, Restoring Storm-damaged Buildings, Salvaging Water-damaged Belongings, Lawn and Garden Losses, Financial Recovery and Risk Management.
Cleaning Flood-damaged Homes
Cleaning Flood-Damaged Homes
Information on flood insurance claims, electrical systems, food and water sanitation, carpets and rugs, and other necessary steps to take in cleaning a flood-damaged home. (PDF format only)
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Floodwalls
A floodwall is a self-supporting barrier to floodwater. It may look like a garden wall or privacy fence, but it has more internal reinforcing and a more substantial foundation. This heavier construction keeps the wall from tipping or sliding. The foundation also blocks seepage of water under the wall. This publication includes information on the cost, considerations and construction of floodwalls. (PDF format only)
Hurricane Tracking Chart
There's a Hurricane Forming... (includes tracking chart)
It’s time to pull out your family disaster plan. Even if you don’t have one, there are still things you can do! Find tips on what to do when preparing for a hurricane and Emergency Management Office telephone numbers for selected Louisiana parishes (most affected by hurricanes and tropical storms). It is designed to print on legal-sized paper. (PDF Format Only)
Termites
Formosan Subterranean Termite Control & Prevention After Hurricanes and Flooding
Is re-treating for termites necessary after hurricanes and flooding? Find those answers and also find information on preventing Formosan subterranean termites from spreading, disposing of termite-infested wood and debris, transporting mulch and other wood debris, inspecting and re-treating, signs of infestation and differences between termites and ants. (PDF format only)
Rising Above the Floods
Rising Above the Floods
Repetitive flooding affects thousands of Louisiana homes and businesses. In this publication and its companion videotape, a procedure to demonstrate a non-invasive method to flood proofing is explained as it was demonstrated by a Michigan contractor. Special attention is given to adapting the technology for use in Louisiana’s floodplains. (PDF format only)
managing in tough times
Managing in Tough Times
Managing in Tough Times provides helpful information for families experiencing a disaster, such as how to manage family finances, keep the family strong and stay healthy. Topics include financial survival tips, getting the most from what you have, what bills to pay first, making meaning our of adversity, helping children cope with crisis, keys to coping with stress and cutting food costs.
Managing in Tough Times
Managing in Tough Times: Tips for Financial and Emotional Survivial
What is your net worth? What are your resources? How do you stretch your food dollars at home? How do you keep lines of communication open during this stressful time? Find these answers and more in this publication. English and Vietnamese versions are available.
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Wet Floodproofing
The phrase “wet floodproofing” may sound like a contradiction, but it is the label used to refer to a collection of methods intended to reduce damage to a building when flooding occurs. This publication explains how wet floodproofing lets water into the building but protects the structure, contents and building systems independently. (PDF format only)
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Preventing Backflow
This publication includes information explaining how you can use valves, plugs, caps and seepage barriers in flood protection. (PDF format only)
Using Pumps in Flood Protection
Using Pumps in Flood Protection
If you protect a building with a floodwall, sealant, plastic wrap or any other barrier, you will need to pump water during floods. This publication includes information and tips for designing and constructing your flood protection system when using pumps. (PDF format only)
Disaster Information Resources - Prevent
Information to help you and your family to get ready for a storm or flood.
Flood Wraps and Temporary Shields
Flood Wraps and Temporary Shields
Plastic sheeting is a versatile flood barrier. Using plastic sheeting in a sandbag levee improves the levee’s performance significantly. This publication includes information on several ways to use plastic sheeting correctly. (PDF format only)
Using Levees for Flood Protection
Using Levees for Flood Protection
A levee is a barrier that holds water away from the building. It can protect your home from flooding as well as from the force of water, from scouring at the foundation and from impacts by floating debris. This publication includes information about constructing a private levee. (PDF Format Only)
Using Panels as Closures in Flood Protection
Using Panels as Closures in Flood Protection
Most floodproofing systems have openings that need to be closed and watertight during a flood. A panel closure is any flat, firm sheet material used to block one of these openings.This publication includes information about using panel closures. (PDF format only)
use treated wood
Use Preservative Treated Wood When Rebuilding After a Hurricane
Your new home can be safeguarded by using preservative-treated wood and following an integrated pest management program at the time of construction. (PDF format only)
Disaster Information Resources - Crops
Information to help you.
Disaster Information Resources - Rebuilding
Information to help you and your family rebuild after storms or floods.
Disaster Information Resources - Recovery
Information to help you and your family to recover after storms or floods.
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