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Common Disaster-Related Rumors

There often are many rumors and scams after a disaster. Do your part to stop the spread of rumors by doing three easy things: 

  1. Find trusted sources of information. 
  2. Share information from trusted sources. 
  3. Discourage others from sharing information from unverified sources. 
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A flooded street with a house and a rescue boat rescuing 2 people

Hurricane Rumor Response

Keep your community safe by being aware of common rumors about hurricanes Helene and Milton.

Review Rumors

Rumors

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