According to the NFPA, gas and charcoal grills caused an average of 3,400 structure fires and 4,900 outdoor fires in or on home properties in 2005, resulting in a combined direct property loss of $137 million. To make sure your next barbecue does not go up in flames, the Home Safety Council … [Read more...] about Grilling Safety
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SBA Loan Application Deadline is June 25, 2018
NEWS RELEASE From: Small Business Administration Disaster Field Operations Center East Release Date: May 25, 2018 Contact: Michael Lampton (404) 331-0333 Michael.Lampton@sba.gov Release Number: 18-393, KY 15520/15521 Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Blogs & Instagram SBA Deadline for … [Read more...] about SBA Loan Application Deadline is June 25, 2018
Preparing for a Flood
Henderson County is no stranger to river flooding. We have seen our share of significant floods in 1937, 1964, 1997, 2011 and most recently in February 2018. Below are some suggestions to prepare for and respond to a flooding event in your area. How to prepare for a Flood Monitor the weather … [Read more...] about Preparing for a Flood
Damage Assessments for Flooding
NEWS RELEASE Damage Assessment: To report flooding damage to primary residences ONLY, call the Henderson Emergency Management Office at 270-831-1235. When making a report, have the following information available. Name Address Phone Number Brief description of damage Do you … [Read more...] about Damage Assessments for Flooding
FBI: Dangers for Kids in Cyberspace
Cyberbullying Cyberbullying happens when kids bully each other through electronic technology. Find out why cyberbullying is different from traditional bullying, what you can do to prevent it, and how you can report it when it happens. Visit the federal government’s cyberbullying webpage for … [Read more...] about FBI: Dangers for Kids in Cyberspace