The sites listed below offer a wealth of information to aid in planning and preparing for a disaster.

Drought Watch. U.S. Geological Survey state-by-state information on drought

Drought Information Center. Various National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration websites and information on drought and climate conditions

National Drought Mitigation Center. Helps people reduce vulnerability to drought. Stresses preparation and risk management rather than crisis management

Drought Research & Resource Center – Colorado State University – Provides information for planning and managing drought events

U.S. Department of Agriculture Drought Assistance. USDA information on drought

Emergency Management Institute – A learning module similar to this one, but far more detailed

U.S. Department of Agriculture

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

U.S. Geological Survey Earthquake Hazards Program

National Fire Protection Association

National Lightning Safety Institute – Provides objective assistance on many kinds of lightning problems

National Hurricane Center – A branch of the National Weather Service that provides storm information, hurricane awareness, historical Information, tropical weather analysis and forecasting

National Ag Safety Database – A clearinghouse for hazards associated with agriculture-related injuries, deaths and illnesses

The Federal Alliance for Safe Homes – FLASH, Inc. is a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization dedicated to promoting disaster safety and property loss mitigation

Federal Emergency Management Agency – An agency of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, FEMA emergency managers prepare for emergencies and disasters, respond to them when they occur, help people and institutions recover from them, mitigate their effects, and reduce the risk of loss

Farm Service Agency – A USDA agency that helps farm operations recover from the effects of disaster

National Flood Insurance Program – Information about flood insurance and mitigation activities

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – The world’s premier engineering organization, charged with controlling floods on America’s inland waterways

U.S. Department of Agriculture

U.S. Department of Homeland Security

National Fire Protection Association – Publishes fire and building safety standards, including the National Electrical Code

Risk Management Agency, A U.S. Department of Agriculture agency, RMA promotes, supports, and regulates sound risk management solutions to preserve and strengthen the economic stability of America’s agricultural producers

Plum Island Animal Disease Research Center – a U.S. Department of Agriculture agency partnered with the Department of Homeland Security to be the nation’s first line of defense against foreign animal disease

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