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Cooking When the Power Goes Off
(2005-09-30)
After a storm has knocked out utility services, cooking can be a problem or even hazardous if basic safety measures are not taken. This publication explains how to cook safely using charcoal or gas grills, camp stoves or ...
Handling Food and Drinks when Losing Power
(2005-09-30)
How do you know whether or not refrigerated and frozen foods are safe when the power has been out for some time? And what about the safety of canned foods? Helpful lists explain what you can save, what you can refreeze, ...
Selecting a Consulting Forester
(2005-10-19)
Landowners often need professional help after a weather-related disaster has damaged timber stands. A consulting forester can help a landowner develop management strategies that fit the landowner's objectives. This publication ...
Salvaging Timber: Landowner Do's and Don'ts
(2005-10-19)
Landowners who must decide whether or not to salvage damaged timber and how to go about it will find this publication helpful.
Removing Odors from Refrigerators and Freezers after Food has Spoiled
(2005-09-30)
If food has spoiled in a refrigerator or freezer because of a power outage or some other reason, undesirable odors can result. This publication explains how to eliminate odors from these appliances.
Decontaminating Flooded Wells
(2005-09-30)
This publication explains how to decontaminate and disinfect a well, test the well water and check for well damage after a flood.
Controlling Houseflies
(2005-10-05)
Houseflies can be a particular problem after a disaster, because they lay eggs and develop on rotting organic matter. This publication explains how to suppress housefly populations around homes and businesses.
What Governmental Agencies Should Look for in a Mosquito Abatement Company
(2005-10-06)
Cities, counties and school districts often must contract for mosquito control services. This publication explains what Texas law requires of pest control companies and what a contract for mosquito abatement should contain.
Selecting Mold Remediation Contractors
(2005-10-05)
Texas has strict regulations that govern mold remediation companies. Before contracting for mold remediation work, consumers should know what the law requires of remediation companies and what such contracts should contain.
Disinfecting Water after a Disaster
(2005-09-30)
This publication explains how to disinfect water after a flood, as well as where to find water in an emergency when supplies are limited.