Hurricane Articles
Overton pesticide re-certification training set Dec. 2 and 4
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OVERTON -- There should be subjects that interest at the two upcoming pesticide applicator trainings, slated Dec. 2 and 4, at the Texas AgriLife Research and Extension Center at Overton. Plus, pesticide applicators will earn 5 .5 continuing education units toward re-certification of their Texas Department of Agriculture licenses, said Dr. Billy Hi
Like salt in a wound, hurricane-ravaged landscapes stung, but can recover
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GALVESTON 'As residents in this Texas coastal city struggled to rebuild, watched lists of store re-openings and awaited the return of public services, a stunning display of crabapple blossoms burst open on trees throughout Galveston County. But their beauty was no sign of things returning to normal, according to Texas AgriLife Extension Service hor
Wildlife, nature tourism, agri-tourism feel effects of Texas’ worrisome weather
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COLLEGE STATION 'Drought, hurricanes, storms, floods and other weather woes this year have affected much of the state's nature and agriculture-based tourism businesses, according to experts. “The weather's effect on wildlife and nature sites has led to a reduction in wildlife viewing, hunting and other outdoor recreation and activities in many parts
Experts say: Act quickly to minimize mold’s damaging effects in flooded areas
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COLLEGE STATION 'People returning to homes flooded during Hurricane Ike or other disasters should act quickly to combat mold, said a Texas AgriLife Extension Service expert.“If you don't it could ruin your home, possessions and threaten your health,” said Janie Harris, an AgriLife Extension housing and environmental specialist.Mold's damaging effect
Dealing with stress necessary after a disaster
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COLLEGE STATION 'Evacuation, displacement, lack of utilities and communication, destruction of personal property and losses of other kinds 'stress naturally follows disasters such as Hurricane Ike. It is only normal to be stressed after such an interruption in one's life, said Dr. Rick Peterson, Texas AgriLife Extension Service family life special
Don’t get hit twice: experts say be cautious of contractors, scammers after a disaster
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COLLEGE STATION 'Those whose homes have been damaged as result of Hurricane Ike or another disaster need to use caution when hiring a contractor, said experts from the Texas AgriLife Extension Service. "Hiring a contractor is more difficult after a disaster," said Janie Harris, AgriLife Extension housing and environment specialist. "A lot of the loc
Post-Hurricane Ike Livestock Rescue Continues in Southeast Texas
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ANAHUAC 'A valiant effort to save ranchers' livelihoods here in Southeast Texas continues despite incredible odds. “It's the worst storm we can ever remember,” said rancher Dan Hankamer of Hurricane Ike, which slammed the Galveston coastline and trekked through Southeast Texas bringing a deluge of saltwater on prime farm and ranchland. “It's hard ti
Yikes! Ike-related flooding likely to cause mosquito population explosion
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COLLEGE STATION 'Recent flooding, including flooding from storm surge and rains due to Hurricane Ike, likely will lead to significantly increased mosquito activity in many parts of the state, said a Texas AgriLife Extension Service expert. “Flooding in many parts of the state has created optimal conditions for mosquitoes to breed, making these areas
How to Remove Odors Caused by Spoiled Food in a Refrigerator
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COLLEGE STATION 'Among the many unpleasant consequences of Hurricane Ike can be the odors caused by food that has spoiled in a refrigerator or freezer that shut off because of a power failure.Jenna Anding, a food and nutrition expert with the Texas AgriLife Extension Service, offers these suggestions for eliminating refrigerator odors:•Unplug the ap
Expert offers advice on caring for livestock after hurricane
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COLLEGE STATION 'Texas livestock owners can find hurricane preparedness and recovery information on the Texas Extension Disaster and Emergency Network, Texas EDEN, at http://texashelp.tamu.edu. The EDEN Web site has information on disaster preparedness and recovery. Immediate danger to livestock from hurricanes comes from drowning due to storm surge