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Power Failures (Blackouts)
 Websites presented in alphabetical order DisasterHelp 
 This site from the U.S. government provides "information and services relating to ... disaster management: preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation." Topics include hurricanes and other natural disasters, terrorism, disease, and power outages. http://www.disasterhelp.gov Topics: Charity & Nonprofit Resources, Electrical Energy, Food & Cooking, Home & Housing, Nutrition & Food Safety, Science, Technology, War and Peace: Resources on Iraq, Water Last updated Dec 11, 2007 Extreme Heat
Information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) about heat exposure and the prevention of heat-related illnesses. The site features a FAQ about extreme heat, tips on prevention and managing heat, and information sheets for heat cramps, heat exhaustion, heat rash, heatstroke, and sunburn. Also includes a bibliography and related web links. In English and Spanish. http://www.bt.cdc.gov/disasters/extremeheat/ Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Electrical Energy Last updated Jul 11, 2005 FDA Offers Tips About Medical Devices and Hurricane Disasters
"In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, and in preparation for other disaster situations, FDA is offering tips to help people who use medical devices." Topics include power outages (and potential carbon monoxide problems when using generators), water contamination, re-use of medical devices, sterility, dealing with heat and humidity, and treating snakebites. From the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). http://www.fda.gov/medicaldevices/safety/emergencysituations/ucm055987.htm Topics: Electrical Energy, Home & Housing, Hurricane Katrina, Technology Last updated Sep 9, 2009 MedlinePlus: Disaster Preparation and Recovery
Provides links to overviews of family and citizen emergency preparedness, coping information, law and policy, and pages for emergency management for children and seniors. Also available in Spanish. From the National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/disasterpreparationandrecovery.html Topics: Charity & Nonprofit Resources, Electrical Energy, Energy, Environment, Home & Housing, Hurricane Katrina, Medical Treatments & Devices, Science, Senior Health, Technology, Terrorism, War and Peace: Resources on Iraq Last updated Mar 3, 2006 Northwest Power and Conservation Council
"The Council develops and maintains a regional power plan and a fish and wildlife program to balance the Northwest's environment and energy needs." This Web site educates the public about energy and environmental issues by providing access to reports and papers, success stories, a Northwest power supply and electricity demand update, and federal legislation updates. Users may sign up for a monthly e-newsletter. Archived and searchable. http://www.nwcouncil.org/ Topics: Animals, Electrical Energy, Energy, Environment, Geography, Oil & Gas, Technology, Water Last updated Feb 25, 2004 Power Outages
Information on how to prepare for an electrical power outage, what to do during a blackout, and safety tips for water, food, generators, and more. Available in several languages. From the Washington State Department of Health in cooperation with the Emergency Management Division of the Washington State Military Department. http://www.doh.wa.gov/phepr/handbook/power.htm Topics: Electrical Energy, Home & Housing, Technology, Water Last updated Feb 16, 2009 Prepare for Emergencies: Blackouts
Tips on how to prepare for a blackout and what actions to take when one occurs. Emphasizes supply and safety tips, including some for people with disabilities. Provides a power outage check-list and covers using generators and food safety. From the American National Red Cross. http://www.redcross.org/portal/site/en/menuitem.d8aaecf214c576bf971e4cfe43181aa0/?vgnextoid=92d51a53f1c37110VgnVCM1000003481a10aRCRD&vgnextfmt=default Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Electrical Energy, Energy, Home & Housing, Nutrition & Food Safety, Technology Last updated Jun 20, 2009 |
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