ATHENS — Georgia’s geographic diversity — from beaches and swamps to mountains and flatlands — makes the state an attractive place to live, but each region is vulnerable to weather-related emergencies year-round. For farmers, these events can be truly catastrophic.
When disasters strike, navigating the milieu of steps to recover and rebuild can be difficult. With a presence in all 159 Georgia counties, University of Georgia Cooperative Extension is uniquely positioned to help communities prepare for and rebound from calamity.
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