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Tips for farmers in flood-prone areas

Published:Thursday | September 30, 2010 | 12:00 AM
Motorists making their way yesterday through flood waters along Spanish Town Road in Kingston.
A pedal cyclist battles the gushing waters along Spanish Town Road, near Delacree Park in Kingston, yesterday. - photos by Ian Allen
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Be prepared to move animals to safe and higher ground.

Coordinate systems to reap and store agricultural produce.

For greenhouse farmers, if there is excessive breeze, you may need to pull down the sides of the greenhouse.

Ensure that your emergency kit is near. The kit should include flashlight with batteries, first- aid kit, radio and clean drinking water.