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DISPOSAL OF GARBAGE

Garbage should be stored in plastic garbage bags or wrapped in paper and stored in watertight/ rodent proof containers which have tight fitting lids. The containers should be kept as clean as possible with care being taken to remove any organic material from the container bottom when it is emptied. Until normal garbage collection service is restored, never store garbage at home longer than three to seven days. Flies have a very short breeding cycle and can take over a garbage container in a very short time, especially during warm weather. If possible, the garbage should be buried daily.

• A small hole about 3 feet deep and 3 feet in diameter can be used.
  

• Each time the garbage is dumped, completely cover it with at least 3 inches of soil and tamp thoroughly.
  

• Add more soil to form a small mound which, when tamped, will divert rainwater from the hole.
  

• Once the small kitchen garbage containers have been emptied for garbage storage and or disposal, keep the garbage as far away as possible from the house.
  

• Make attempts to bury garbage where it cannot be disturbed by animals.
  
  

Disposal of Human Waste
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Introduction
Items Needed for an Emergency Kit
Food and Water for Disaster Kit
Safe Water
Safe Food
Cleaning and Sanitizing
Prevention of Foodborne Illness
Prevention of Infectious Diseases

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