Fact Sheets

Planning, prepping, planting and harvesting your own vegetables throughout the gardening season

Flooding is one of the most common and costly natural disasters in New York State. Whether caused by heavy rain, snowmelt, hurricanes, or infrastructure failures, floods can occur with little warning. This fact sheet provides simple, evidence-based steps to help NY residents prepare for flooding...

Chainsaw injuries surge after storms as residents clear trees and debris. Most injuries occur from improper handling, kickback, fatigue, and lack of protective equipment. This fact sheet outlines essential chainsaw safety for New Yorkers handling post-storm cleanup.

Emergencies like floods, winter storms, and power outages can happen suddenly across New York State. Protecting your essential documents and keeping a well-supplied emergency kit ensures you and your family can respond quickly, access financial and medical support, and recover more easily after a...