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Get Winter Ready
A winter storm event can last a few hours or several days. Being prepared before the storm is important. Winter storms can cut off power, heat, and communications. This puts certain populations like…
Winter Storm Preparations With EDEN
What is EDEN?The Extension Disaster Education Network (EDEN) is a collaborative multi-state effort by Cooperative Extension Services across the country to improve the delivery of services to citizens…
Preparedness in Practice: Building Household Resiliency
When disaster strikes, the best defense is preparation. The Preparedness in Practice class series, offered through Yancey County Cooperative Extension, helps residents build confidence and knowledge…
Coverage Map Application Shows Cellular Performance
Use the Coverage Map application, available for either Apple or Android, to locate information about access to high speed cellular. This crowdsourced map Is a tool for users to view and compare…
Tech Tips for Disaster Preparedness at Andrews Sunshine Center
What is the most important thing you can do to prepare for anemergency? Could technology help you be better prepared ?Discover apps specifically for emergencies, social media and smartphone tips.…
Emergency Preparedness Workshop
There is no time like the present to start preparing - Join us for a free, hands-on workshop to help you prepare for emergencies and disasters. Anyone wishing to be better prepared for the unexpected…
National Preparedness Month
Are you prepared? September is recognized each year as National Preparedness Month, supporting FEMA’s campaign to encourage individuals, families, and communities to take steps now to ensure they are…
Non Food Essentials for Emergency Preparedness
Non Food Essentials for Emergency PreparednessWhen considering emergency preparedness, it is crucial to have supplies ready for power outages or if you need to leave your home. Having a stocked food…
