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Flooding the latest weather threat in Midwest

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 01:16:57 GMT

The most common of all natural disasters, floods can happen anywhere. Some develop slowly and others can come from out of nowhere called, appropriately enough, a "flash". Be prepared no matter where you live, but particularly if you are in a low-lying area, near water or downstream from a dam. Even a very small stream or dry creek bed can overflow and create problems. Latest News DETROIT Utilities in Michigan scrambled Monday to restore power knocked out by a gusty weekend storm as rain and melting snow caused flooding there and in other parts of the Midwest. About 132,000 customers were without electricity in Michigan, down from more than 400,000 on Sunday, according to the state's utilities. Some could remain without power until Wednesday because of Sunday's storm, which carried winds gusting more than 60 mph.

ALERT! Firestorms: Gov. Declares State of Emergency in CA.

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 01:40:02 GMT

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today proclaimed a state of emergency in Los Angeles County as a result of the Sayre Fire which has already burned over 2,600 acres, damaged or destroyed over 165 homes and required mandatory evacuations and road closures. The proclamation utilizes all resources consistent with the state's authority under the California Disaster Assistance Act.

There is no time like the present to start planning for an emergency. The proper information and the right first-aid kit is a great place to start.

Teaching First Aid to Kids

Sat, 16 Aug 2008 21:15:15 GMT

We have been searching high and low for great guides, puzzles and instructions for teaching first aid to kids. And to be honest we were a little disappointed with what we have found. It either costs

PDFs on First Aid Emergencies

Mon, 23 Jun 2008 23:59:38 GMT

For your convenience we have placed all of your PDF downloads on one page. You can find first aid information for kids, pets, disaster preparedness, car first aid, camping and outdoors, teaching firs

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Sat, 17 May 2008 20:51:19 GMT

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The Claim: Bee Stings Can Be Treated by Scraping Out Stingers

Tue, 04 Mar 2008 01:04:25 GMT

THE FACTS For treating bee stings, many medical texts and first aid guides recommend a time-honored approach: grab a sharp object, apply it to the skin and gently scrape away the stinger.

Handwashing can save lives

Mon, 11 Feb 2008 21:39:15 GMT

Encouraging people to wash their hands properly can reduce the rate of diarrhoea by 30 percent, potentially saving lives...

Do You Know the Difference Between a Hematoma and an Edema?

Mon, 04 Feb 2008 07:36:31 GMT

Do you watch ER or CSI and wonder what the heck they are talking about? Check out the first aid terminology page and impress your friends with a couple of 25 cent words.

All-Things-First-Aid News #2

Thu, 10 Jan 2008 04:13:27 GMT

Many people make their New Year's resolution to become fit but fail because of the time and trouble involved in getting to a gym. We demonstrate how a home treadmill saves you this aggravation and is

Pet First Aid

Sun, 23 Dec 2007 03:48:37 GMT

Learn pet frist aid for all your little friends. From dogs to fish we have first aid that can help you be prepared for any emergency that might arise.

Learn Cat CPR

Sat, 22 Dec 2007 07:29:38 GMT

Any number of things can stop a cat's heart; electrocution, shock, accidental poisoning or an allergic reaction. Here is what you need to know to perform cat cpr.

Learn Cat Heimlich

Sat, 22 Dec 2007 07:11:45 GMT

Many things can become lodged in the airway of a cat. Cats are notorious for eating, chewing and swallowing anything they can find. Learning cat Heimlich could help you out it you suddenly find your t

Foods Toxic to Cats

Sat, 22 Dec 2007 06:43:15 GMT

There are many foods toxic to cats. Some foods which are edible for humans, and even dogs, can pose hazards for cats because of their different metabolism.

Cat First Aid Kit

Sat, 22 Dec 2007 05:57:13 GMT

A cat first aid kit is a snap to put together most of the stuff you will already have on hand. Here's how you do it.

Allergic Reactions in Cats

Sat, 22 Dec 2007 05:20:36 GMT

Allergic reactions in cats can happen from a variety of things including vaccines and insect stings. Urticaria (hives) is a generally non-life-threatening reaction.

Safety Concerns for Your Herp

Sat, 22 Dec 2007 04:41:01 GMT

Once allowed out of its enclosure, a reptile or amphibian can easily get into trouble and most of that is beyond the scope of this article. But even inside its own environment,

Respiratory Infection First Aid for Ferrets

Sat, 22 Dec 2007 04:31:23 GMT

Ferrets with colds, flu, or other respiratory infections have runny noses that may be completely blocked with discharge. They can neither breathe nor eat when this happens.

Fireflies (Lightning Bugs): Not a Safe Food to Feed Pets

Sat, 22 Dec 2007 04:28:30 GMT

Beautiful as they are, fireflies of the genus Photinus pose a potential threat to pets.

Make a Herp First Aid Kit

Sat, 22 Dec 2007 04:25:49 GMT

Since you never know when an accident will happen, keeping a pet emergency kit at your home is a good idea. You can put a first aid kit together yourself and buy the items separately, or buy one ready

Household Hazards for Reptiles and Amphibians: Herp Proofing Your Home

Sat, 22 Dec 2007 04:21:34 GMT

Some owners of herps allow their pets, especially iguanas, to roam through the house, or at least a few rooms. Every herp owner has the fear that their pet may escape from his cage and become lost in

First Aid for Fish

Sat, 22 Dec 2007 04:14:21 GMT

OK, all you fish loves. Here is a little first aid for fish to help you out when your goldfish is looking a little green around the gills.

Treatment for Diarrhea in Ferrets

Sat, 22 Dec 2007 04:07:40 GMT

A viral disease, known as ECE (epizootic catarrhal enteritis) or 'green slime' disease, causes severe, watery diarrhea in mature ferrets.

Make a Ferret First Aid Kit

Sat, 22 Dec 2007 04:04:26 GMT

First Aid for Heatstroke in Ferrets

Sat, 22 Dec 2007 03:59:29 GMT

Ferrets are extremely prone to heat stress and heatstroke. They will collapse and possibly die if confined at temperatures over 90∞F for 10 minutes.

First Aid for Vomiting in Ferrets

Sat, 22 Dec 2007 03:53:43 GMT

A ferret that seems to feel quite well but suddenly stops eating and vomits once or twice, producing little mucous or froth, usually has hairballs.

Make a Dog First Aid Kit

Sat, 22 Dec 2007 03:48:22 GMT

Dog first aid kits are a snap to put together most of the stuff you will already have on hand. Here's how you do it.

Foods Which are Toxic to Dogs

Sat, 22 Dec 2007 03:38:14 GMT

Foods which are toxic to dogs. Some foods which are edible for humans, and even other species of animals, can pose hazards for dogs because of their different metabolism.

Learn Dog Heimlich

Sat, 22 Dec 2007 03:29:28 GMT

Many things can become lodged in the airway of a dog. Dogs are notorious for eating, chewing and swallowing anything they can find. Learning dog Heimlich could help you out it you suddenly find your c

Learn Dog CPR

Sat, 22 Dec 2007 03:22:37 GMT

Any number of things can stop a dog's heart; electrocution, shock, accidental poisoning or an allergic reaction. Here is what you need to know to perform dog cpr.

Allergic Reactions in Dogs

Sat, 22 Dec 2007 03:07:10 GMT

Many things can cause allergic reactions in dogs. Dogs may have sudden allergic reactions to a variety of things including vaccines and insect stings. Urticaria (hives) is a generally non-life

Bird First Aid

Thu, 20 Dec 2007 06:45:18 GMT

There are common illnesses and injuries that you can treat at home. Basic bird first aid does not take the place of a veterinary. Birds can hide their illness for a long time. In the wild any sign

First Aid For Animal Bites

Wed, 19 Dec 2007 02:29:19 GMT

First aid for animal bites is pretty basic. Starting with clean the wound and dress the wound. Check out all the steps you need to know when dealing with first aid for animal bites.

All-Things-First-Aid News

Sat, 15 Dec 2007 20:12:36 GMT

A newsletter that gives you the very best from the world of first aid. Every month a new topic is covered. Children's safety, important news and recalls, the lastest and the great innovations and pr

First Aid For Sunburns

Wed, 12 Dec 2007 00:03:09 GMT

First aid for sunburns can reduce the effects of premature aging caused by severe buns.

First Aid Books: Burns

Mon, 03 Dec 2007 04:05:11 GMT

First aid books about burns can be pretty heavy reading material. Get the facts and stats about burns from these books. Learn about the different types of burns and the wound care

First Aid Books: Wound Care

Sun, 02 Dec 2007 23:53:24 GMT

First aid books for wound care are mostly technical in nature. These books are a bit clinical, but nonetheless very helpful and easy to understand. Get information on facts about wound care.

First Aid DVDs: Cars/Travel

Sun, 02 Dec 2007 05:31:31 GMT

First aid DVDs for all catagories; wound care, pets, outdoor/wilderness survival, baby care and first aid for pets.

First Aid Books

Sun, 02 Dec 2007 05:04:59 GMT

We've brought together all in one place a collection of first aid books and printed material.

First Aid DVDs: Outdoors/Wilderness

Sun, 02 Dec 2007 04:05:11 GMT

First aid DVDs for all catagories; wound care, pets, outdoor/wilderness survival, baby care and first aid for pets.

First Aid DVDs: Emergency Preparedness

Sun, 02 Dec 2007 01:52:44 GMT

First aid DVDs for all catagories; wound care, pets, outdoor/wilderness survival, baby care and first aid for pets.

First Aid DVDs: Pets/Animals

Sat, 01 Dec 2007 08:58:22 GMT

First Aid DVDs stressing safety, pet care, emergency preparedness, natural first aid, wound care and much more.