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What You Can Do Regarding Flu Prevention

Learn more at the CDC site: Stopping the Spread of Germs at Home, Work & School.

Pandemic Flu

What everyone should know about the flu

Giant Hogweed

Giant Hogweed was introduced as an ornamental from Asia. It is similar to native cow parsnip, only it is much larger and the hairs on the under surface of the leaf are shorter. It is a public health hazard. Giant hogweed's clear, watery sap has toxins that cause photo-dermatitis. Skin contact followed by exposure to sunlight produces painful, burning blisters that may develop into purplish or blackened scars. Pictures of Giant Hogweed and the blisters that it causes can be seen here.

Emergency Preparedness