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Explore how to create an emergency kit, prevent future damage, and find resources for flood relief in Rhode Island. Learn from experts and organizations to stay safe and protect your home.
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Rhode Island Floods • Section 4 • Megan Bamford- American Red Cross Member • Matt Ferri- Geologist/ Meteorologist • Chris Lauro- Historian
Things to put in an emergency kit- • Batteries • Water proof garments and footwear • Flash light • Non perishable food • Water • Personal toiletry • Important documents S.O.S. American Red Cross Member • Ways to prevent damage in the future- • Install a sump pump in your basement • Seal cracks in your basement floor • Stay off roads that are flooded
Bibliography • American Red Cross. Disaster Relief http://redcross.org/ May 1, 2010 • What Causes Floods? http://www.thegeminigeek.com/what-causes-floods/ May 1, 2010 • Flood Relief http://floodrecovery.ri.gov/ May 1, 2010 • Environmental Agency. Make a flood plan .http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/homeandleisure/floods/38329.aspx • Sullivan, Brian K. Business week. “Rhode Island Floods May Affect 200,000, Red Cross Official Says”. http://www.businessweek.com/news/2010-04-01/rhode-island-waits-for-rivers-to-drop-as-amtrak-highways-close.html/May 1, 2010