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Emergency Publications for Consumers

Publications you may find useful.

• Emergency Resource Guide - This guide contains information on preparing for emergencies -- from tips on preventing the spread of germs to a checklist of emergency supplies. Download the entire booklet in English or Spanish, or print out individual fact sheets on topics of interest. Many of the fact sheets are also available in Chinese, Korean, Russian and Vietnamese.
  Direct links to Weather and Nature section of the Guide: (PDF)
  • Floods (DOH 821-038)
  • Cleaning your basement after a flood (DOH 821-049)
  • Windstorms (DOH 821-042)
  • Purifying Household Water (DOH 821-031)
  • Power Outages (DOH 821-030)
     
• Emergency Disinfection of Drinking Water  (EPA Publication 816-F-06-027)
• Treatment of Drinking Water for Emergency Use (DOH 331-115)
• Color, taste and odor problems in drinking water (DOH 331-286)

Consumers: If you have questions concerning the safety of your drinking water contact your local health department.

For additional information contact your regional Drinking Water office.