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Wisconsin Department of Health Services

Coping With Disasters

How to Reduce Exposure to Mosquitoes After a Flood The Department of Health Services explains reasons for an increase in mosquitoes and personal protection practices against bites.

Health and Safety Guidance for Flood Recovery (PDF, 5.9) The Department of Health Services issued a document compiling information about flood recovery. The information focuses on community respirator use, how to properly fit a N95 respirator, and a mold fact sheet and contractor list.

How to Cope with a Disaster?

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Press Releases
Local Health Department Listing
Local Health and Human Services Listing (PDF, 84 KB)
Emotional recovery (PDF, 65 KB)
Health Professional's Resource

What Resources are Available?

Local Health Department Listing
Public Health Emergencies: Your Preparedness Guide (PDF, 248 KB) Available in Spanish (PDF, 275 KB)
Health Professional's Resource

Additional Resources

2-1-1 Call Center (exit DHS)
American Red Cross Disaster Services Page (exit DHS)
DOT Road Conditions (exit DHS)
DNR Flood Information (exit DHS)
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) (exit DHS)
Wisconsin Emergency Management (WEM) (exit DHS)

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Last Revised: October 24, 2008