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Preventative Home Maintenance

By: Sarah Kirby, Sandra Zaslow, Glenda Herman

This publications provides tips for preventive home maintenance.

A Disaster Kit for Staying at Home

By: Sarah Kirby, Benjamin Chapman Disaster Preparedness

This publication covers the supplies you will need at home in the event of an emergency or disaster.

How to Salvage Flood-Damaged Appliances

By: Sarah Kirby Disaster Recovery

This publication covers items to consider when trying to salvage flood-damaged appliances.

Tornadoes

By: Sarah Kirby Disaster Preparedness

This publication offers information on tornadoes and tornado season in North Carolina.

Mold Testing

By: Sarah Kirby

This publication discusses the pros and cons of mold testing in a home.

Returning Home After a Disaster

By: Sarah Kirby Disaster Recovery

This publication offers tips to people returning to their homes and communities after evacuation during an emergency or disaster.

A Housing Safety Checklist for Older People

By: Sarah Kirby

This checklist describes household conditions that can be hazardous to the elderly and recommends ways to improve home safety for older people.

Hurricane Preparedness

By: Sarah Kirby, Wilma Hammett Disaster Preparedness

The key to surviving a hurricane is preparation. This factsheet takes you through the thought process of what needs to be done before a storm so that you are prepared.

Choosing a Contractor

By: Sarah Kirby Disaster Recovery

This publication offers tips on choosing a contractor for home repairs after an emergency or disaster.

Correct Potential Hazards Before a Disaster

By: Sarah Kirby Disaster Preparedness

Both before and in the aftermath of a disaster, every household item prone to movement, falling, breakage, or fire poses a potential hazard. To mitigate the risk of danger, it is advisable to conduct a thorough inspection of your home promptly, identifying and rectifying any potential hazards.

Carbon Monoxide

By: Sarah Kirby

This publication addresses the dangers of carbon monoxide and provides ways to protect families from harm or death related to carbon monoxide.

Tornado Preparedness

By: Sarah Kirby Disaster Preparedness

This publication covers how to spot a tornado, where to go during a storm and tornado survival rules and tips.

If You Don't Leave - Establishing a Safe Place

By: Sarah Kirby Disaster Preparedness

If you stay at your house during an emergency or disaster, take the following actions to ensure you are well prepared.