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# Natural Disasters

The impact of natural disasters on individuals, communities, and programs cannot be overstated. From hurricanes and wildfires to earthquakes and floods, these disasters can disrupt food supply chains, health care access, and essential services. Nutrition programs should understand and be prepared to respond to older adults' needs during disasters.

 

##  Extreme Heat

                    - Extreme Heat — Ready.gov's tips for preparing for and staying safe during extreme heat
                    - Extreme Heat Tips and Information — CDC resource page

##  Floods

                    - Floods — Ready.gov's tips for preparing for and staying safe during floods
                    - Flood Tip and Information — CDC resource page
                    - Flood Preparedness Checklist — U.S. Small Business Administration checklist

## Hurricanes

                    - Hurricanes — Ready.gov's tips for preparing for and staying safe during hurricanes
                    - Hurricanes and Other Tropical Storm Tips and Information — CDC resource page 
                    - What’s Your Food Safety Plan for Hurricane Season? — Brief article from FoodSafety.gov
                    - Hurricane Preparedness Checklist — U.S. Small Business Administration checklist  

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##    Tornadoes

                    - Tornadoes — Ready.gov's tips for preparing for and staying safe during tornados
                    - Tornado Tips and Information — CDC resource page
                    - Tornado Preparedness Checklist — U.S. Small Business Administration checklist

## Wildfires

                    - Wildfires — Ready.gov's tips for preparing for and staying safe during wildfires
                    - Wildfire Tips and Information — CDC resource page
                    - Extinguishing the Risk of Foodborne Illness during Wildfires — Recommendations from FoodSafety.gov
                    - Wildfire Preparedness Checklist — U.S. Small Business Administration checklist

## Related Topics

                    - Food Supply
                    - Infectious Diseases
                    - Plan & Prepare
                    - Respond & Recover

*Last modified on 09/26/2023*

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