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  • Food, water, and sanitation after a disaster

    Creator:
    Oregon State University. Extension Service
    Abstract:
    The American Red Cross recommends a 72-hour supply of nonperishable food for each family member. By having a supply of food, you can reduce the stress of locating food during a disaster. The kind and specific amount of food will depend on the ages and food preferences of everyone in...
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    Technical Report
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    , Emergency Management services, Civil Defense, Public Works, or related units). Extension Disaster Education

  • Handling family finances during disasters & emergencies

    Creator:
    Oregon State University. Extension Service
    Abstract:
    Disasters can create serious financial crises for families. Insurance may not cover as much as anticipated or needed. Home and places of employment may be lost. Family members may be out of work due to injuries. In an ideal world, families would have adequate cash reserves or credit to draw...
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    Technical Report
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  • Frequently asked questions about disaster assistance

    Creator:
    Oregon State University. Extension Service
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    Many of the services or assistance disaster victims need are available from a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC). The DRC helps community members meet face-to-face with represented federal, state, local, and volunteer agencies. The centers are established after the President declares a major disaster area. If a DRC is not established,...
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    Technical Report
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    , Emergency Management services, Civil Defense, Public Works, or related units). Extension Disaster Education

  • Federal disaster assistance program

    Creator:
    Oregon State University. Extension Service
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    The Disaster Relief Act of 1974 initially established the Federal Disaster Assistance Program. It outlines the policies of the Federal Emergency Management Association (FEMA) and describes the procedures for requesting FEMA grants. After the governor declares a disaster area or an emergency and requests federal aid, the President can direct...
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    Technical Report
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    Program The Disaster Relief Act of 1974 initiallyestablished the Federal Disaster AssistanceProgram. It

  • Disaster rehabilitation assistance

    Creator:
    Oregon State University. Extension Service
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    A variety of disaster assistance is available to homeowners, farmers, and businesses with property damage. Lending agencies may make loans for home repair, home improvement, equipment repair or replacement, etc. Federal and state assistance may be available if the governor declares the community a disaster area. Disaster Recovery Centers (DRC)...
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    Technical Report
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    , Emergency Management services, Civil Defense, Public Works, or related units). Extension Disaster Education

  • Gender Dimensions in Disaster Management : A Focus on Aquaculture and Fishing Communities in the Philippines

    Creator:
    Chow, Morgan
    Abstract:
    Many nations that invest in aquaculture and fisheries for improved nutrition and food security are located in areas prone to natural disasters, such as typhoons. While all residents are vulnerable to the effects of disasters, research suggests that women are disproportionately affected at all stages of disaster management: preparedness, response,...
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    Masters Thesis
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    . Title: Gender Dimensions in Disaster Management: A Focus on Aquaculture and Fishing Communities in

  • June 14 tsunami warning response in Lincoln County

    Creator:
    Bayer, Range D.
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    On June 15, 2005, a 7.2 earthquake occurred off the coast of Northern California. The earthquake was widely felt. A tsunami warning was issued to the West Coast. This document contains correspondence between a citizen and Lincoln County Commissioners regarding the County's response to the emergency, and offering suggestions for...
    Resource Type:
    Technical Report

  • The 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami : tourism impacts and recovery progress in Thailand’s marine national parks

    Creator:
    Meprasert, Somrudee
    Abstract:
    The 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami raised concern among marine park managers and hazard mitigation professionals about the significant impact of major coastal hazards on marine park natural resources and ecosystems. The main reason for this concern is the strong linkage of marine parks and their rich assortment of ecosystem services...
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    Dissertation
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    for Disaster Reduction Systems, Kyoto University FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency GIS

  • An analysis of Benton County small businesses' emergency and disaster preparedness

    Creator:
    Chona, Tiffany L.
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    Natural Hazards are a potential risk to Benton County small businesses. However, little has been done to help prepare, respond, recover or resume business following a significant disastrous event. 93 small businesses in Benton County responded to a mailed survey, and 10 additional small businesses participated in both mailed surveys...
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    Masters Thesis
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    , small businesses have very unique management styles and particular levels of emergency and disaster

  • Bioterrorism : a survey of western United States hospital response readiness

    Creator:
    Phillips, Margaret J.
    Abstract:
    A study to evaluate the level of hospital preparedness to respond to a bioterrorist attack such as smallpox or anthrax, in the western United States (Arizona, California, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon and Washington) was conducted from May to September 2000. A survey questionnaire was mailed to 300 randomly selected hospitals. A...
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    Dissertation
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    these anthrax-related events, it was suggested that few hospitals in the United States had a disaster