Make sure your sump pump is working before the snow starts to melt.

NDSU Extension offers advice on protecting water wells from flooding.

NDSU has information on plugging drains to keep sewage backup out.

Plugging drains helps prevent sewage backup.

Power outages, flooding, fires and other disasters can trigger food safety issues.

Know what to do if a flood affects your food supply.

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Make sure contractors install the proper amount of insulation.

Once-flooded homes and flood recovery efforts can be hazardous to children.

Consider protecting your well if it's in a flood-prone area.