The 2018 Idaho Preparedness Expo in Rigby, Idaho will help citizens prepare for emergencies. There will be over 20 emergency preparation classes during four separate time blocks. These classes will include featured representatives from organizations such as the Red Cross, Idaho Office of Emergency Management, and many more. Included in the fair are educational booths […]
Being Prepared with immunizations – Dr. Jason Hymas, Seasons Medical Clinic Dr. Hymas grew up in Sugar City. After graduating from Ricks College and BYU-Idaho, he attended the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee and completed his residency at the Children’s Hospital and Medical Center in Omaha. He is also a Fellow of the […]
It is about the most useful plants and roots someone would use in time of pandemics where traditional medicine isn’t available. Since she was 14, Sharon Barlow-Smith had detailed involvement with her Father’s, Max G. Barlow, life of medicinal plants. He made sure the whole family got hands on experience with his botanical life. Sharon […]
Is your Family Prepared? Each youth age 11-17 will be given an Emergency Preparedness Training book at the expo, then encouraged to visit the many booths and classes to learn. All youth are encouraged to participate, and will receive an extra ticket for the drawing when they pick up the book. Furthermore, when they complete […]
We are saddened by the 5.5 magnitude earthquake that has struck in Italy. Our hearts go out to the victims, families, and friends involved. It is easy to think about preparedness when a disaster hits. You always realize the knowledge or supplies you wish you had when you need it. It is better to learn […]
The Power Outage that affected Eastern Idaho yesterday didn’t last too long for most people. Did you know what to do when it went out? What would you have done if it hadn’t come back on? In society our lives run on electricity and we often become so comfortable with things the way they are […]
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Wildfires are one of the most common natural disasters in Idaho. Because of our naturally dry and windy environment fires can start easily and carry quickly. Though wildfires are often massive and hard to control or predict, there are ways to prepare your house and family. Preparing Your Family Talk to them about the facts of […]