AMES, Iowa -- Secretary of Agriculture Bill Northey and several ISU Extension specialists talked with Doug Cooper about problems related to Iowa's recent severe weather on the  Midday show on AM 640 WOI on Monday, Feb. 26. The audio program is archived online.

Northey discusses the loss of power in many parts of the state and the need for generators.

Hear ISU Extension specialists discuss the following issues:
Food safety specialist Sam Beattie talks about home freezer and refrigerator issues when there is no electricity.

Farm safety specialist Chuck Schawb discusses safety issues including removing tree branches, chainsaw safety and when to hire a professional.

Ag and biosystems engineer Mark Hanna and pest management specialist RIch Pope discuss generators, carbon monoxide concerns, frozen water lines and clearing snow off roofs.

Beef specialist Dan Loy talks about livestock facilities, water and electricity issues and getting feed to livestock.

Climatologist Elwynn Taylor gives the weather forecast.

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