MSU Extension Severe Weather & Natural Disasters

Community

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  Dealing with storm-damaged trees

  Published on April 1, 2025
  Deciding which trees to save after a storm often requires careful inspection. When in doubt, always consult with a professional arborist before working around damaged trees.

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  Protecting your septic system after a flood

  Published on August 28, 2023
  With one in five U.S. households depending on septic systems to treat their wastewater, knowing how to protect your system after a major flood could save your system from expensive repairs.

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  Nine key financial strategies for recovery after a disaster

  Published on June 14, 2023
  Tools and resources to help homeowners and renters make financial decisions.

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  Guidance for 4-H community service in the aftermath of a natural disaster

  Published on June 2, 2020
  Considerations and tips for helping 4-H members organize a service project in response to a natural disaster.

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  Michigan Sea Grant storm project seeks to help communities prepare for future extreme storms

  Published on June 26, 2017
  Mid-Michigan's 2017 storm reminiscent of the 1986 Great Flood.

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  Local government and climate change: Assess your community’s flood resilience

  Published on July 22, 2014
  With rainfall intensification predicted in the Midwest, a new checklist guides communities in developing policies and standards to improve flood resilience.

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  Should I be worried if flood waters reach my well?

  Published on April 23, 2014
  Michigan Department of Environmental Quality urges caution. Flood waters can carry contaminants into residential well water supplies.

• Be prepared for adverse spring weather including flooding, tornadoes and wildfire

  Published on March 31, 2014
  Make time on April 30, the first National Day of Action, to learn actions you can take to be ready should one or more of these natural disasters strike your neighborhood.

• Are you prepared for flooding and other severe weather this spring?

  Published on March 14, 2014
  Learn action steps you can take now as we transition into spring, a season in Michigan when floods most typically occur.

• Low impact Development: Putting the LID on flooding

  Published on May 15, 2013
  Recent flooding serves as a reminder that upstream stormwater management efforts can reduce impacts at home and downstream.