Planning is a vital part of fighting a flood.

Flooding may be a problem some rural North Dakota areas this spring.

The NDSU Extension Service has information to help protect rural residents, livestock and crops from flooding.

Burns and carbon monoxide poisoning are two of the dangers of using space heaters.

Compact fluorescent light bulbs contain some mercury, but they are safe to use.

Clogged vents can lead to sewer gas backup, which can cause illness.

Don’t let a blocked sewer vent make you sick.

A common cause of sump pump failure is damaged or rusted bearings in the motor.

Make sure your sump is working properly before you need to use it.

Now is the time to check whether your sump pump is working properly.