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Staying safe in bad weather

During the fall and winter months, weather in Washington state can be unpredictable and dramatic. Severe weather may pose health and safety risks to people caught in its path. The following fact sheets from the Department of Health can help you prepare for the possible hazards of bad weather - before, during and after.

Power Outages (also available in Spanish, Chinese, Korean, Russian, Vietnamese and LARGE TYPE)


Floods (also available in Spanish, Chinese, Korean, Russian, Vietnamese and LARGE TYPE)


USE CAUTION WITH GENERATORS AND GRILLS


Reproduced with permission from Public Health - Seattle & King County

Carbon monoxide poisoning
Information from the the Washington State Department of Health

 

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Fact Sheet:

 

You can order printed copies of these facts sheets from the Washington State Printer's "General Store" Web site. At the Web site, follow these steps:

  • Register and select a password

  • Choose the option "Shop by agency"

  • Select "Department of Health."

  • Select "Emergency preparedness"

  • Select "Carbon Monoxide Flyer" in the language you want. Languages are printed back-to-back.

Frequently Asked Questions about Carbon Monoxide
More details on carbon monoxide poisoning from the Department of Health's Indoor Air Quality program.

Information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Fact sheet available in 11 languages.

Carbon Monoxide Prevention Guidelines
Fact sheet available in 17 languages.

 


Landslides and Mud Flows (also available in Chinese, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Vietnamese and LARGE TYPE)


Windstorms (also available in Spanish, Chinese, Korean, Russian, Vietnamese and LARGE TYPE)


Environmental Health - Additional information for drinking water systems, x-ray facilities and food establishments during floods and power outages.


Checklist of Emergency Supplies (also available in Spanish, Cambodian, Chinese, Korean, Russian, Vietnamese and LARGE TYPE)


Winter Storms (also available in Spanish, Chinese, Korean, Russian, Vietnamese and LARGE TYPE)


Hypothermia (also available in Chinese, Korean, Russian, Spanish, and Vietnamese)


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