Shake Up September – Natural History of Maysville

Posted on September 21, 2020September 21, 2020 by lisa

September is National Preparedness Month -- Do you have your Disaster Supplies Kit? Did you know that Kentucky has a variety of fault systems across the Commonwealth? The largest is the New Madrid Seismic Zone, the most active seismic area east of the Rocky Mountains. New Madrid Seismic Zone - Quaternary Fault Localities. Earthquakes with magnitudes equal to or larger than 2.5 are shown by the yellow dots. https://www.usgs.gov/media/images/new-madrid-seismic-zone Between December 181...

Power Outages – What to do when the lights go out

Posted on January 13, 2020January 13, 2020 by lisa

Person in yellow raincoat looking at power line

Extended power outages may impact the whole community and the economy. A power outage is when the electrical power goes out unexpectedly. A power outage may: Disrupt communications, water, and transportation.Close retail businesses, grocery stores, gas stations, ATMs, banks, and other services.Cause food spoilage and water contamination.Prevent use of medical devices. PROTECT YOURSELF DURING A POWER OUTAGE: Keep freezers and refrigerators closed.Only use generators outdoors and awa...