The Moultrie-Douglas Extension Unit is the University of Illinois educational outreach to local residents. Programming in agriculture & natural resources, 4-H & youth development, family & consumer sciences, and community & economic development is offered by Extension staff. The Unit also offers programming in the Family Nutrition Program and Master Gardener program. Our goal is simple--to help you put knowledge to work!
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Getting Through Tough Financial Times
Severe Weather? Check local radar here.
Prepare for Severe Weather
Duane Friend, University of Illinois Extension natural resources educator, says that families should be prepared for all hazards that could affect their area. Develop a family disaster plan and practice what you will do in various emergency situations.
The Weather Channel makes the following suggestions:
Compile a disaster supply kit and make sure everyone knows where it is.
Discuss with your family where your "safe room" is, such as a basement or interior room.
Also talk about where you will meet if separated and who your out-of-town contact is.
Take pictures or videos of your home contents for insurance purposes. Store them at a friend's or relative's house.
Know where the gas and water shut-off valves are located.
Have cash on hand because without power, credit cards are unusable.
Plan for your pets by contacting emergency shelters to find out their acceptance policy.
After a storm disaster, call your out-of-town contact or other family members to let them know you are safe.
Listen to emergency announcements.
Check for damages to your home if allowed by emergency authorities.
Contact your insurance provider to report any damages.
Immediately clean up spilled medicines, bleaches, gasoline and other flammable liquids.
If you have pets, confine them during the clean-up period or take them to an emergency shelter if necessary. If pets cannot be found, contact your local animal control office.
Check on your neighbors, especially those who are elderly or disabled.
Repair or block access to anything in your home that is damaged and could cause injuries.
Stay away from downed power lines!
Questions? Contact Cheri Burcham, County Extension Director at
cburcham@uiuc.edu
Moultrie-Douglas 4-H Fair Dates
Save the Date! Moultrie-Douglas 4-H Dates are set:
July 6-11, 2009
See YOU at the Fair!!
Questions? Contact Kim Morrison, Extension Unit Educator, Youth Development at
kamorris@uiuc.edu
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Future mailings of the 4-H News & Views newsletter will be taking a break. All 4-H news can be read in our Unit Newsletter or on this website.
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