The heat of a Missouri summer not only can make for high utility bills, but also can be deadly. Here are some tips to help keep you comfortable, healthy and penny-wise.

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Farm water systems are often neglected when it comes to energy efficiency. Although the savings to be realized may not be as great as perhaps energy-efficient lighting, the return can be fairly short for some energy-saving investments. This guide presents some general guidelines regarding farm…

Having a plan can help your family make it through any disaster with minimal stress. Creating a plan begins with a family meeting to discuss and decide how the family will respond to a disaster. Use this template to guide the process.

Adapted by MU Extension specialists from material prepared by Cooperative Extension Service, University of New Hampshire, Durham.

At some time you may face a heating emergency. Visit our site for our Preparing for an Emergency: Home Heating in an Emergency guide.

Editor’s note On 1/22/15, a web address was updated on this page and in the PDF. Curt Emanuel Extension Educator, Purdue University Cooperative Extension Service Extension Disaster Education Network Radiological Education Team Member

Indoor air can be polluted in a number of ways. Indoor pollutants include formaldehyde, carbon monoxide, respirable dust, nitrogen dioxide, radon and other gases. This guide focuses on just one of these pollutants — radon.

Editor's note

You and your family can survive for several days without food, but only a short time without water. Disasters can often cause us to question the safety of our drinking water. With a little planning and preparation, you can be prepared by having a safe emergency water supply.

Reviewed by Michael Goldschmidt University of Missouri Extension

Reviewed by Conne Burnham Emergency Management Specialist Fire and Rescue Training Institute