FarmSafe Podcast
In the blink of an eye a farm injury can change your life. Sharing stories of events, close-calls, and effective safety strategies can help you identify on farm risks and figure out ways to prevent devastating injuries and illnesses. The Great Plains Center for Agricultural Health presents FarmSafe, a podcast dedicated to sharing stories and tips to help make your work on the farm safer and healthier. Original music for the FarmSafe podcast was written and performed by Ben Schmidt. This work was funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as part of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health’s Great Plains Center for Agricultural Health. The content does not necessarily represent the official views of the CDC or NIOSH.
FarmSafe Podcast
When Waters Rise: Flood Preparedness for Rural Communities
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Floods can have devastating impacts on rural communities, affecting families, farms, livestock, crops, and infrastructure. In this episode, Ellen Duysen of the Central States Center for Agricultural Safety and Health and Carolyn Sheridan of the Ag Health and Safety Alliance discuss lessons learned from the Midwest floods of 2019 and Iowa’s historic flooding in 2024.
The conversation highlights the importance of emergency planning, personal safety, recovery resources, and community support. Listeners will learn practical steps farmers and rural residents can take to prepare for future disasters and protect themselves, their families, and their livelihoods.
Episode Resources
- First Aid Resources, GPCAH Topic Page
- Flood Information, Ready.gov
- Flood Maps, FEMA
- Plan Ahead to Save Lives, Reduce Damage, Press Release by Ellen Duysen