Saturday 17th May 2025

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The University of Missouri Extension has multiple web links available to aid residents with flood-related information.

According to MU Extension, links are available regarding flooded roads, leaky basements and many others.

· Be prepared for flooded roads: https://extension.missouri.edu/news/be-prepared-for-flooded-roads-2567

· First aid for leaky basements: https://extension.missouri.edu/news/first-aid-for-leaky-basements-2572

· Reducing flood damage to home and property: https://extension.missouri.edu/news/reducing-flood-damage-to-home-and-property-1155

· Let flood-damaged homes dry thoroughly before installing new coverings: https://extension.missouri.edu/news/let-flood-damaged-homes-dry-thoroughly-before-installing-new-coverings-3073

· Scams and fraud add insult to injury after a disaster: https://extension.missouri.edu/news/protect-yourself-from-contractor-fraud-1170

· Property loss from disasters may be tax deductible: https://extension.missouri.edu/news/property-loss-from-disasters-may-be-tax-deductible-1113

· Use shock chlorination to disinfect contaminated wells: https://extension.missouri.edu/news/use-shock-chlorination-to-disinfect-contaminated-wells-1096

· Snakes on a flood plain: https://extension.missouri.edu/news/snakes-on-a-flood-plain-1175

Publications
In-depth information is available from these MU Extension publications, which are available for free download. (To access publications, use the links below or go extension.missouri.edu/publications/ and search by publication number.)

· EMW1023, Quick Tips for Cleaning up After a Flood <https://mailer.missouri.edu/42N5-EQGA-220KKU-CL0ID-1/c.aspx> – Tips on protective equipment; deciding what can be salvaged and what should be thrown away; safely drying, cleaning and disinfecting materials; and what to do before installing new drywall and insulation.

· MP904, Resources for Your Flooded Home <https://mailer.missouri.edu/42N5-EQGA-220KKU-CL0IE-1/c.aspx> – Downloadable 24-page publication offers information about electrical systems; repairing walls; cleaning furniture, flooring, floor coverings, bedding and kitchen items; and controlling mold and mildew. Other information includes financial advice, filing insurance claims, avoiding fraud and hiring a contractor.

· EMW1026, Safe Drinking Water in an Emergency <https://mailer.missouri.edu/42N5-EQGA-220KKU-CL0IF-1/c.aspx> – Downloadable guide sheet on storing and purifying drinking water during an emergency.