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Community emergency Wi-Fi access | Emergencia comuinitaria acceso Wi-Fi

For those needing emergency Wi-Fi, Oregon State University is providing access at no cost. We are here to support our communities. Para aquellos que necesitan Wi-Fi de emergencia, Oregon State University está proveyendo acceso gratis. Estamos aquí para apoyar a nuestras comunidades. Read more...
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Cascadia Earthquake Preparedness

A major earthquake off the Pacific Northwest coast could happen at any time. OSU Extension is playing a critical role in helping Oregon's people and communities prepare for this predicted natural disaster.

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Survival Basics: Stress Less

In an emergency, fear and anxiety are a natural reaction. However, there are ways to prepare for those tense, anxious moments with an emotional toolkit that helps you cope and respond effectively during a disaster. This ...

Glenda Hyde, Lynette Black, Lauren Kraemer | Jun 2020 | OSU Extension Catalog

Survival Basics: Water

Explore a variety of methods for purifying and storing water for an extended emergency. Learn how to find or make safe water from additional sources. This publication is a companion piece for Oregon State University Extension ...

Lynette Black, Glenda Hyde, Lauren Kraemer | Apr 2020 | OSU Extension Catalog

No Power? No Problem: Tips to Help You Thrive in the Face of Disaster

The Cascadia Earthquake, when it occurs, will cripple western Oregon's communications and infrastructure. These tips will help residents manage through what could be months of no electricity and other modern conveniences. This ...

Lynette Black | Feb 2020 | OSU Extension Catalog

Latest Resources

Building community for wildfire resilience (Recorded)

Fire doesn’t stop at property lines so we must create resilient landscapes as a community. Different communities, different ways to prepare for wildfire. Listen to five panelists from all over Oregon and learn about the way they have come together to reduce fuels and mitigate fire risk.

Carrie Berger | Apr 2021 | Video

Wildfire Wednesdays: From the home to the landscape (Recorded)

This webinar reviews practical steps you and your neighbors can do on your own properties before fire season.

Carrie Berger | Apr 2021 | Video

Extension educates Oregonians to prepare for Cascadia Earthquake

A free online course consists of four modules that contain narrated sessions and additional resources.

Glenda Hyde, Lynette Black | Apr 2021 | Impact story

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Oregonians: stay informed and stay safe.

Visit the State of Oregon's hub for government resources on air quality index, fire hotspots maps and wildfire damage relief.

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State Fire Specialist, Daniel Leavell, teaching wildfire science and fuels reduction.

State Fire Specialist Daniel Leavell teaching wildfire science and fuels reduction. 

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Extension is working across Oregon and producing information that answers questions we hear from those concerned about wildfires.

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Upcoming Events

Apr 29

Wildfire insurance virtual town hall

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PDT Online
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Meet Our Experts

Lynette Black is an Extension associate professor and Oregon 4-H Youth Development faculty.
Lynette Black
Associate Professor, Oregon 4-H Youth Development Statewide and Wasco County; OSU Extension Service Extension Disaster Education Network Representative
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Glenda Hyde
Associate Professor of Practice, Family and Community Health; OSU Extension Service Extension Disaster Education Network Delegate
Lauren Kraemer
Assistant Professor of Practice, Family and Community Health
Contact me with all your health and wellness questions in the Columbia River Gorge.
Dusti Linnell
Family & Community Health
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Ask an Expert is a way for you to get answers from the Oregon State University Extension Service. We have experts in family and health, community development, food and agriculture, coastal issues, forestry, programs for young people, and gardening.

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Is my food still safe after these terrible power outages?

Q: Hi -- we lost power for about 20 hours last Saturday (2/13) and then in came back on for about 36 hours, only to go out again. As of this morning (Saturday, 2/20) we have been without any power for more than five ...

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