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Are you waiting for power to be restored after #Mawar? Here are some tips if you are using a generator:
- Never use it inside a home, basement or garage
- Place it outside, at least 20 feet from your home
- Make sure it is dry and properly grounded
ready.gov/power-outages#
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Is your area flooded after #Mawar? Floodwaters are extremely dangerous and unpredictable — it only takes six inches of fast-moving water to knock you over and only two feet to carry away vehicles.
❌ NEVER drive, walk or swim through flooded waters.
ready.gov/floods
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Guam & CNMI Residents: if your home was damaged from Typhoon #Mawar, follow these clean-up tips once your local authorities say it's safe to do so:
- Wear long pants, gloves & boots
- Move vegetative debris to sidewalks & curbs
- Never place debris on downed lines
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Floodwaters can contain many things that may harm health.
• Always follow warnings about flooded roads.
• Never drive through flooded areas and standing water.
• Don't allow children to play in floodwater areas.
More: bit.ly/2TuooOc #Mawar
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#DYK: by law, most health plans cover mental health services.
Are you seeking treatment for a mental and substance use disorder? Not sure where to find confidential and anonymous resources?
Start here. 👉 bit.ly/3OuAhiW #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #GetHelp
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Did you know car seats can be recalled, too? Visit NHTSA.gov/recalls and enter the brand name or model of a car seat to make sure your child is safe in the vehicle every time they ride. #CheckForRecalls
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Recall Alert
Baby Trend Hybrid 3-in-1 Combination Booster Seat-Desert Blue child seats
Recalled for child seat webbing failure
nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaI
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Federal public assistance is available in Guam to supplement recovery efforts for Typhoon #Mawar. These funds support debris removal, building repairs, & emergency protective measures undertaken in the affected communities.
More: fema.gov/press-release/ fema.gov/press-release/
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If your area is experiencing power outages due to #Mawar, be sure to check on your neighbors — especially those who may need extra help. It may be more challenging for some to recover if they are an older adult or are living with a disability.
More: ready.gov/disability
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You asked, we answered!
Our Consular Officers respond to your most asked U.S. student visa questions! Share this video with anyone planning to #StudyInTheUS 🎓
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May is National Stroke Awareness Month. Call 9-1-1 right away if you spot the signs of stroke in yourself or someone else. Here are the 5 symptoms to look for.
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This is historic! is auctioning off a record number of lighthouses to the public. Tag someone who would love to join this unique adventure! #GSALighthouse #RecordLighthouseAuction
➡️ gsa.gov/lighthouse
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Your mental health matters! Good mental health can help you cope with stress and improve your quality of life. Get tips and resources to help take care of your mental health. #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #MentalHealthMonth
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#Mawar: If you evacuated or are sheltering at home, follow instructions from your local officials & be careful when going out or returning home once it's safe to do so.
Floodwaters are extremely dangerous - they can hide hazards like downed power lines or contaminated debris.
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If you're experiencing difficult emotions today related to a #disaster, you're not alone. Call or text the national for emotional support. Caring crisis counselors are available 24/7/365 at 1-800-985-5990.
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As a veteran, you might experience challenges after leaving the military or coming back from a deployment.
The can help you with the unique stressors and experiences that veterans may face.
Know your options: bit.ly/45ahyiL #MHAM2023
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NOAA's Atlantic #HurricaneSeason Outlook 2023 by the numbers:
70% likelihood of 12-17 named storms of which 5-9 could become hurricanes, including 1-4 major hurricanes
More at: bit.ly/2023AtlanticHu
#HurricaneOutlook
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#WomenInBusiness: Get customized counseling and training to help you run your business at one of the 140+ Women's Business Centers throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico!
Find a center in your area: sba.gov/local-assistan
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If you're in #Guam and experiencing distress related to #TyphoonMawar, you're not alone. The national Disaster offers 24/7 multilingual emotional support, including in Tagalog & Chamorro via 3rd party interpretation. Call 1-800-985-5990.
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Now is a great time to check in on yourself & loved ones. If you or someone in your life needs help, confidential support & treatment options are available. samhsa.gov/find-help #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #MentalHealthMonth
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