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Use this hand washing experiment to teach kids the importance of cleaning and preventing the spread of disease. bit.ly/3Sw8aQF
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Identify and practice where you'll go to shelter from a tornado — at home, work, and/or school.
💡 A safe shelter can be a FEMA safe room, storm shelter, or an interior, windowless room or basement on the lowest level of a sturdy building.
More: ready.gov/tornadoes
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What do you need to do if you're selected for verification after submitting the FAFSA® form?
Our upcoming webinar will answer this question and more. Register today: rificationFAFSAProcess.eventbrite.com
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Reminder: the entry period for DV-2024 closed November 8, 2022. Do not be fooled by people trying to take your information now. These are scams. The applications selected for further processing will become available May 6, 2023, at 12:00 pm EDT at dvprogram.state.gov.
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An #IRS reminder on #MomandPopBusinessOwnersDay: Your businesses is as risk of being threatened by cyberattacks. For your #TaxSecurity learn to protect yourself: irs.gov/identitytheft
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🇺🇸 ⚡️ Women power America's economy!
Women own more than 12 million businesses in the U.S. Learn about #biz counseling, capital access, contracting assistance, and more resources to help #WomenInBusiness thrive: sba.gov/women
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Planning a spring or summer wedding? From the engagement party to the honeymoon, here are some food safety tips for keeping your nuptials safe! ↓ #FoodSafe
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Signs or warnings of a tsunami can be:
🔹 An earthquake
🔹 An emergency alert
🔹 A siren
If any of these things happen, move immediately to a safe place as high and as far inland as possible.
Learn more during National Tsunami Awareness Week: ready.gov/tsunamis#during
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If you're a veteran or survivor who has been contacted about the PACT Act, don't get scammed.
Some companies and law firms are targeting vets to get their benefits.
Learn how you can apply for PACT Act benefits and avoid the scams. bit.ly/3JUXsk7
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Anyone can save a life during an opioid overdose with naloxone, a life-saving drug that, when sprayed into the nose or injected, quickly reverses the powerful effects of opioids during an overdose. Learn how you could save someone's life with naloxone.
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If your power is out, be careful with the food you eat. When in doubt, throw it out!
💡 Perishable food in your refrigerator needs to be thrown out after 4 hours without power.
More tips: ready.gov/power-outages
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The more often you get COVID, the higher your risk of complications.
Get the protection you need.
Find updated vaccines at vaccines.gov.
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Parents: You have choices about your child’s safety when you fly. We recommend that you secure a child under the age of 2 in a child safety seat or device for the duration of your flight. Learn more at bit.ly/3VHx1Si. #TravelTip #Airline
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If you or someone you know is struggling or needs support now, call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org – You are not alone. #988Lifeline
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It's National Tsunami Awareness Week! 🌊
A tsunami is a series of enormous ocean waves, most commonly caused by earthquakes.
Tsunamis may sound like a risk out of a story book, but they're real and can be deadly.
Know the signs & what to do: ready.gov/tsunamis
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#Shareworthy: Anyone can choose to make a difference. We are calling on all Americans to choose #Service and join a community of millions who #GetThingsDone for a stronger, more united America. #RT to pass it on and get inspired to #ChooseAmeriCorps: Bit.ly/TimeToChooseAm.
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Earthquakes can happen without warning and result in injuries and damage to property.
Learn more and sign up for the Earthquake Notification Service (ENS) to receive a notification when an earthquake occurs in your area.
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If you received your last #COVID19 vaccine or booster before September 2022, it’s time to get the updated COVID-19 booster.
Find a vaccine location near you at vaccines.gov.
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Landslides can happen anywhere with little or no warning. Most landslides are caused by natural forces or events, such as heavy rain and snowmelt, and shaking due to earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. Know the risks in your area. bit.ly/3TtOixW
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Attention #Parents. Do you know the warning signs of cyberbullying?
Do your part by talking to your kids and learning #WhatYouCanDo to prevent cyberbullying. bit.ly/3Z6PfhO
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There are many warning signs that may indicate that someone is affected by bullying—either being bullied or bullying others.
Recognizing the warning signs is an important 1st step in taking action to #StopBullying. stopbullying.gov/bullying/warni
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Is your child’s car seat safe?
Use your child's age, height, and weight to see if their car seat fits them properly.
Learn how to search for and compare models that offer the best protection in the event of a collision. bit.ly/3JTsAAk
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#Classof2023, need some help making your final college decision? That's what we're here for!
Join our live conversation next Tuesday to get advice from the experts.
Set a reminder or add it to your calendar: twitter.com/i/spaces/1Yqxo
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As #NationalNutritionMonth comes to an end we are sharing our Food & Nutrition benefit category ➡️ bit.ly/3y3Fq8v
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Daily Reminder: Asking for help is a normal part of life, and you should never feel like you have to take on the world 🌎 alone. Help is available if you or a friend is looking for help for mental health or substance use: samhsa.gov/find-help
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Know how to drive safely around floodwater:
🛑 Don't drive into flooded areas & standing water. #TurnAroundDontDrown
🛑 Don't move or drive around roadblocks.
🛑 Don't drive over a downed power line.
Learn more: bit.ly/3vIwMLn. #PrepYourHealth #WeatherReady
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#DYK? Approximately 44% of the U.S. is at risk for flooding this spring (Source: ).
Do you have flood insurance & other preparations in place? It can take up to 30 days for a policy to go into effect.
Spring into action 🐰 ready.gov/floods#prepare
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In response to increased passport demand, as of today, March 24, routine passport processing takes 10-13 weeks from the time we receive the application; expedited processing ($60 extra) takes 7-9 weeks. travel.state.gov/content/travel (1/3)
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Are you looking for ways to cut energy costs this year? Check out these 10 ways to save money and energy in 2023. bit.ly/3xWEEdj
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Different factors can affect the timing of a refund after the #IRS receives your tax return. Some returns may require additional review and may take longer to process. Here’s why: ow.ly/NHIl50MS7JV
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Following the devastating storms and tornados that hit Mississippi on March 24 and 25, people and businesses in the designated disaster area qualify for #IRS tax relief. See current list of eligible localities at: irs.gov/disasters
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FL: We approved an extension for Transitional Sheltering Assistance for #Ian survivors who still need time finding housing and continue to qualify for the program. See your new check-out date and learn more about the extension.
📰fema.gov/press-release/
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With 10,000+ volunteers, SBA resource partner is America's largest network of business mentors, helping entrepreneurs across the country start and grow their businesses.
📍 Find mentors and other business assistance near you: sba.gov/local-assistan
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With life happening around us every day, many people may be experiencing Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
If you're uncertain of symptoms and triggers, can help make it more transparent. bit.ly/3K95yob
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Are you or someone you know interested in joining the U.S. military?
Learn about the requirements for joining, and how to apply. bit.ly/3IHQH3k
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Our Meat & Poultry Hotline representatives are available to chat live M-F 10am-6pm ET at (1-888-MPHotline) or online at ask.usda.gov. We also have recorded food safety messages available 24/7 in English and Spanish. 1/4 🧵 #FoodSafety #Mississippi #Tornadoes
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Remember, it's OK not to be OK. No matter what you're going through, help is available if you or someone you love is struggling with mental health or substance use.
💗 Help yourself & share to help others: samhsa.gov/find-help
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