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  Michigan State University Extension Disaster Education Network

  Michigan State University Extension Disaster Education Network helps people improve their lives by bringing disaster knowledge resources of MSU directly to individuals, communities and businesses.

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  Severe Weather & Flooding

  A collection of educational articles and resources to help families and communities deal with severe weather, power outages, localized flooding, food safety and related issues.

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  Food Preservation

  Whether canning, freezing or dehydrating — preserving foods at home is a great way to use up produce, build food storage and even launch a business. MSU Extension can help you learn how to be safe by following research-based recipes and processing methods.

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  Cheryl Eschbach

  Health and Nutrition Institute Director
  cheryl@msu.edu
  517-353-1898
  

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  Josh Gunn

  Associate Director for Community, Food & Environment Institute
  gunnjosh@msu.edu
  517-355-2361
  

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  Nick Babcock

  4-H Livestock and Veterinary Science Extension Educator
  babco116@msu.edu
  517-432-1626
  

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  Joyce McGarry

  Food Safety Educator
  mcgarryj@msu.edu
  517-887-4587
  

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  Sample Wildfire Hazard Zoning

  Published on June 1, 2016
  Certain areas of Michigan are prone to forest fires. Some communities have zoning provisions concerning various measures to protect homes and other buildings from being as likely to burn down during a wildfire.

• Michigan Sea Grant coastal storms project

  Published on September 28, 2017
  Michigan Sea Grant has identified some tips and online tools to help communities assess their risks from extreme storms and determine what steps they might take to reduce stormwater impact.

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  Wildfire-resistant Landscape Plants for Michigan

  Published on July 6, 2018
  Selecting the correct landscape plants to place next to or near your home could save it from catching fire.

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  Protect Your Michigan Home from Wildfire

  Published on July 6, 2018
  As more and more people find opportunities to acquire their “little piece of heaven” in rural Michigan, the interaction between Michigan’s wild lands and developed areas increases. One characteristic of these wild lands has always been fire.

• Firewise landscaping can save homes from wildfire

  Published on April 18, 2011
  Each year, homes are damaged or destroyed by Michigan wildfires, which average more than 8000 per year. Here are some easy tips to protect your home, cabin or cottage.

• Sample Wildfire Hazard Zoning helps communities protect against property and life loss

  Published on May 15, 2013
  Wildfires are common in Michigan, and individuals and local governments both play roles in addressing wildfire mitigation and protection to make communities safer.

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  Food safety emergency preparedness for families

  Published on March 5, 2021
  Disasters and emergencies can happen anytime. Be prepared with safe food and water.

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  Nine key financial strategies for recovery after a disaster

  Published on June 10, 2020
  Tools and resources to help homeowners and renters make financial decisions.

• Farmers and homeowners should be prepared for spring flooding

  Published on May 7, 2012
  According to the Extension Disaster Education Network (EDEN) floods are the most common natural disaster that communities face, excluding fire.

• Eating healthy when the power is out

  Published on April 16, 2013
  Plan ahead to use food that is already on-hand and avoid spending excess money when the power is out.

• Is your family prepared for an emergency?

  Published on January 26, 2017
  You may not know when a disaster will strike, but keeping an emergency food supply will help you and your family better handle the situation.

• Planning and preparing for a power outage

  Published on July 23, 2013
  Preparation and planning are a part of every adult’s life. Discover resources to help you prepare for a power outage and ideas for keeping your children busy until the power comes back on.

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  Preparing for winter storms and weather emergencies: Keeping your food safe

  Published on November 17, 2014
  Winter storms and power outages can affect the safety of food. These tips can guard you and your family from food illnesses.

• Keep cold food safe during a power outage

  Published on February 17, 2014
  Temperatures in your refrigerator and freezer will begin to rise during an extended power outage. Plan ahead to keep your cold food safe.