Emergency Preparedness: Websites

Northeast Texas Public Health District compiled these 18 Emergency Preparedness Topics and formatted the information to be friendly to deaf, blind, and limited sight populations. The information is in video and downloadable document format for public use.

Links to tools like fact sheets, check lists, recovery guides and other helpful information to keep you safe and informed for a variety of disasters.

Includes links to what to do after a disaster has happened -- where to find help, how to apply, online forms, and how to check status of application for assistance.

From the U.S Dept. of Health and Human Services' Disaster Information Management Resource Center : includes resources covering many categories (mass gatherings, hazardous materials, animals, specific populations, etc.)

Extensive resource on individual and family emergency preparedness tips.

From the U. S. Dept. of Health and Human Services' National Library of Medicine: resources for populations with specific needs, such as the disabled, seniors, children, pregnant women and diabetics.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) provides information on severe weather preparations.

From the National Library of Medicine resources for care and handling of pets and other animals before, during and after a disaster.

Disaster preparedness/recovery for animals

FEMA - Ready.gov provides owners with guidelines for large animals and pets. Included is a Pet Owners Brochure with preparedness information as well as instructional videos.