Beat the Heat: Local Resources to Help You Stay Cool
An Excessive Heat Warning is in effect in Jackson County through Thursday, July 7. According to the National Weather Service, [...] Read more
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Finding Cold Weather Resources in Jackson County
For those in need of winter clothes or a place to stay warm, just figuring out what resources are available [...] Read more
What You Should Know About Pandemic Influenza
During a pandemic influenza, an influenza virus has spread worldwide, infecting a large proportion of the world’s population. A pandemic […]
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Extreme Cold
Winters in Missouri can be unpredictable and almost always have periods of extreme cold weather. Even short periods of exposure […]
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How to Help Children in Emergencies
Emergency situations and disasters can leave a lasting impact on all of us, including children. If you are a child’s […]
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Emergency Planning for Older Adults & Individuals with Disabilities
While disaster situations affect everyone, older individuals or those with disabilities may be more affected. The impact of emergency situations […]
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Build an Emergency Kit
Emergency kits can be essential to survival during or after an emergency. Most items in an emergency kit are inexpensive […]
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