Aerial view of flooded homes in neighborhood (FEMA News Photo). Along with warmer weather and greener scenery, spring can also bring severe storms, heavy rain, and flooding which can result in costly water damage to your home and the loss of valuable possessions. Here are seven tips to help protect your home from flooding and
Overview A mosquito-transmitted virus causes most cases of West Nile infection. Most people infected with West Nile virus either don’t develop signs or symptoms or have only minor ones, such as fever and mild headache. However, some people develop a life-threatening illness that includes inflammation of the spinal cord or brain. Mild signs and symptoms
The information provided here is based on current scientific and technical understanding of the issues presented. Following the advice given will not necessarily provide complete protection in all situations or against all health hazards that may be caused by indoor air pollution. There are three basic strategies to improve indoor air quality Source Control Improved
National Primary Drinking Water Regulations Related Info Find out how EPA develops drinking water regulations Learn about existing EPA drinking water regulations Read the drinking water section of the Code of Federal Regulations (40 CFR 141) The National Primary Drinking Water Regulations (NPDWR) are legally enforceable primary standards and treatment techniques that apply to public water systems. Primary standards and
Secondhand smoke Secondhand smoke comes from burning tobacco products. It can cause cancer and serious respiratory illnesses. Children are especially vulnerable to secondhand smoke. It can cause or worsen asthma symptoms and is linked to increased risks of ear infections and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). Learn more about secondhand smoke. Combustion Pollutants Combustion Pollutants are
More than 90 percent of household dust comes from tiny flakes of skin and barely visible fabric fibers that float on the slightest air current and settle on every surface in your house. Here’s how to eliminate it as much as possible. Organize your closets to keep dust to a minimum Closets are a dust
