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Southern Indiana disaster aid: 'We're in it for the long haul'

IN.gov Launches Disaster Recovery Website

State of Indiana Response to Tornado Activity in Southeastern Indiana (March 2, 2012)

Severe Storms and Tornadoes Heavily Damage Southwestern Indiana (March 2, 2012)

NWS Confirms Tornadoes in Northern Indiana (June 6, 2010)
Northern Indiana Hit Hard by Overnight Storms

Flooded roads cause problem in wake of severe storms (March 9, 2009)

Tornado Photo Galleries

2004 Borden and Marengo Damage

2012 Henryville Damage

General Tornado Information

Tornado Background (Word: 515 KB)
Emergency information, danger zones and the Fujita Scale. (Source: Purdue Extension)

Tornado Safety Tips (Word: 520 KB)
What to do before, during, and after a tornado occurs. (Source: Purdue Extension)

FEMA on Tornadoes

Planning & Preparation

Are You Ready for a Tornado (PDF: 160 KB)
(Source: American Red Cross)

How to Make a Disaster Supplies Kit
A guide on how to make a collection of basic items that a household may need in the event of a disaster. (Source: FEMA)

Taking Shelter from the Storm: Building a Safe Room Inside Your House
A guide to planning your shelter from a storm. (Source: FEMA)

Good planning can help recover from tornado, wind damage (Word: 511 KB)
Questions to consider when making long-term decisions after a tornado. (Source: University of Minnesota)

American Red Cross: Shelter View (Redirects to App Store) 
When a disaster strikes know when and where shelters have been opened to provide assistance. Download this mobile app to find a shelter near you. Compatible with iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad. (Source: American Red Cross)

Recovery

Chain Saw Safety (Source: University of Arkansas Extension)
Think before rushing to clean up trees and shrubs after the storm, check your Chain Saw Safety (PDF) first.

Storms and Trees (PDF: 212 KB)
Ice and windstorms take a toll on trees, utility wires, and homes every year. Reducing storm damage can be done through a few easy steps: planning, proper pruning and preventing root damage. (Source: Purdue Extension)

Wind-damaged structures and trees (Word: 515 KB)
Assessing and dealing with structures suffering from wind damage. (Source: University of Minnesota)

Money and Crisis (Word: 517 KB)
Dealing with money matters, tornado-related insurance claims, and contractors. (Source: University of Minnesota)

Appropriate Clean-up Attire: Safety First (Word: 506 KB)
The most important aspect of tornado clean-up work is dressing safely. (Source: University of Minnesota)

Home Maintenance and Repair
Steps for home owners to take during home repair and cleanup. The site provides specific cleaning tips for all types of situations. (Source: Michigan State University)

Mold in the Home Resource Guide
Information pertaining to the prevention and clean-up of molds along with flooding concerns. (Source: Purdue EDEN)

Children as Victims of Natural Disasters (PDF: 279 KB)
(Source: Purdue Extension)

How to help in the recovery process?

INVOAD - Help Indiana Recovery from Tornado Damage

211 Information and Referral Search

Disaster Resources in other states

Illinois (Source: Illinois Extension)

Michigan (Source: MSU Extension)

Ohio (Source: Ohio State Extension)

Tornado Safety for Kids

FEMA for Kids: Tornadoes
Interactive and educational activities for youth, such as videos, coloring books, Tornado Disaster Math and Disaster Intensity Scales. (Source: FEMA)

Billy and Maria Learn About Tornado Safety (Source: NOAA)

• Part 1 (PDF: 169 KB)
  A printable coloring book about how tornadoes form, what to do when the warning siren sounds, and how to protect yourself during an actual tornado.
• Part 2 (PDF: 235 KB)
  A printable coloring book describing what to do if riding in a vehicle during a tornado.
• Part 3 (PDF: 211 KB)
  A printable coloring book describing what to do if at home during a tornado.