Children and Violence: Helping Children and Adolescents Cope With Violence and Disasters
The information in this publication is designed for parents, teachers, school counselors, and other mental health professionals whose responsibility is to assist children who have been victims of or w... Details >
National Institute of Mental Health, National Institutes of Health |
Earthquake: A Prevention Guide to Promote Your Personal Health and Safety
Also available in: Spanish
This pamphlet describes specific prevention measures that can help reduce your chance of serious injury if an earthquake occurs in your area. These guidelines will help you and your family to be prepa... Details >
National Center for Environmental Health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention |
Emergency Services and Disaster Relief Program
A program designed to protect the mental health of victims of major disasters and address the special needs of people with mental illness in times of disaster. Details about the program and resources ... Details >
Center for Mental Health Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration |
Environmental Emergencies: Whom to Notify and How to be Prepared
Environmental emergencies may occur from transportation accidents, events at chemical or other facilities using or manufacturing chemicals, or as a result of natural or man-made disaster events. This ... Details >
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency |
National Fire Protection Association Fact Sheets
Fact sheets on building evacuations, fire protection equipment, home safety, seasonal safety, statistics, and fuels.... Details >
National Fire Protection Association |
Tornado: A Guide for Your Personal Health and Safety
Also available in: Spanish
This consumer education pamphlet provides information to help you to be aware of the threat of tornadoes, to plan ahead to reduce hazards, and to avoid injuries during and after the storm.... Details >
National Center for Environmental Health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention |
Tsunami
This online fact sheet presents a general overview on tsunamis, ocean waves produced by earthquakes or underwater landslides.... Details >
American Red Cross, National Headquarters |
