RELIEF AGENCIES
• American Red Cross - The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers, guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement, will provide relief to victims of disasters and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies.
MOLD INFORMATION
• A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture, and Your Home
This Guide provides information and guidance for homeowners and renters on how to clean up residential mold problems and how to prevent mold growth. This guide is also available in PDF format.
•Dr. Fungus
Welcome to Doctor Fungus, your on-line reference to all things mycological! Extensive collection of non-technical info on fungi, Over 2,000 references. Emphasis on discausing species.
FIRE INFORMATION
Wallingford Fire Department Meriden Fire Department
Cheshire Fire Department New Haven Fire Department
Fire Safety begins at home and at work. Every family should know the basics of how to prevent fires at home and what to do in case there is a fire. The Fire Department's Office of Fire Safety Education has prepared several brochures to help the whole family learn about what steps to take to ensure that everyone's home is fire-safe.
WATER INFORMATION
Tips For Salvaging Water Damage Valuables
Emergency Service Drying Procedures
Water damage - whether caused by leaks or condensation - can do more than cause unsightly stains in your home. It can cause permanent structural damage to the home and erode its strength. As a general rule, water damage from poor or infrequent maintenance, neglect or general deterioration isn't covered by your insurance. But proper home maintenance can help you prevent messy and costly damage to your home.
FLOOD INFORMATION
• Emergency Management Agencies
Connecticut
Small Business Administration (SBA) Disaster Assistance
Disaster Area 1 Office (Serving New York, New Jersey and Connecticut)
360 Rainbow Blvd. South - 3rd Fl.
Niagara Falls, NY 14303
1-800-659-2955
The purpose of the SBA's Disaster Loan Program is to offer financial assistance to those who are trying to rebuild their homes and businesses in the aftermath of a disaster. By offering low-interest loans, the SBA is committed to long-term recovery efforts. The agency will do everything possible to meet the needs of those otherwise unable to put their lives back together.
Real-Time Water Level Reports
Real-time data typically are recorded at 15-60 minute intervals, stored onsite, and then transmitted to USGS offices every 4 hours. Recording and transmission times may be more frequent during critical events. Data from real-time sites are relayed to USGS offices via satellite, telephone, and/or radio and are available for viewing within 3 minutes of arrival
FEMA: Basic Flood Hazard Information
Preparedness planning involves those efforts undertaken before a flood to prepare for or improve capability to respond to the event. Here's a few things you can do both before and after a flood to minimize losses.
Flood: Are You Protected from the Next Disaster?
Devastating floods occur throughout the U.S. every year. Changing weather patterns, coupled with over-development and leveling of forests that reduce the land's natural ability to absorb water, are increasing the flood risk for many...even those who don't live near water. Flooding causes more than $2 billion in property damage each year, and losses due to flooding are not covered under most homeowners or business policies. However, flood insurance is available to protect homes and businesses and their contents in communities that participate in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
FAMILY PREPAREDNESS
• American Red Cross - Family Disaster Planning
Disaster can strike quickly and without warning. It can force you to evacuate your neighborhood or confine you to your home. What would you do if basic services--water, gas, electricity or telephones--were cut off? Local officials and relief workers will be on the scene after a disaster, but they cannot reach everyone right away.
