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A corn field in South Dakota looking very wet due to flooding from spring rains and melted snow.

Flood Resources for Agriculture

Use this information to prepare for and manage flood on your farm or ranch.

Outside of a home impacted by flooding. Sandbags ar in front of windows and the garage. Photo by David Valdez, FEMA

Flood Resources for Homeowners, Individuals & Families

Use this information for your family and home during and after a flood.

Small business "Muddy River Hobbies" with sandbags in front of entrance. Photo by Jeannie Mooney, FEMA.

Flood Resources for Communities & Businesses

Use this information when flooding impacts your community or business.

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Freezing Food

Freezing is an easy and convenient method of preserving food. However, freezing does not kill bacteria, rather freezing slows down the growth of bacteria and enzyme activity- which affects the quality of the product over time.

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Dehydrating Food

Drying or dehydrating is one of the oldest methods of food preservation. Drying removes moisture from the food and slows enzyme activity. Dried foods take up less storage space and do not require refrigeration.

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Aging Well

Build habits to maintain physical, mental, and social wellbeing, even when faced with difficulty or chronic disease.

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Aging in Place

Resources to help older adults stay in their home and community for as long as they choose.

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Life Planning

Envision the future, establish goals and take steps to achieve the future you want for you and your family.

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Family Caregiving

Topics for people providing care and support to a person with complicated or chronic medical conditions or facing end-of-life decline.