Purdue Extension Parke County

As people begin to cleanup storm damage please observe safety precautions to prevent injury or death. If you are not experienced with woodcutting and the use of chainsaws and related equipment, hire someone who is qualified – the risk of injury is too great!!!

• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment and use appropriate procedures.
• Watch for falling limbs.
• Avoid power lines! Leave pruning around power lines to power companies.
• Observe safety precautions with a chain saw.
• Clear the area before beginning to saw limbs or trees
o Determine the direction the tree will fall.
o Do not allow trees to fall into other tree branches.
o Plan an escape route in case the tree jumps off the stump when it is cut.

Again, if you do not have experience with chainsaws and woodcutting, or if you are not physically capable of the task, call a professional!

The Extension Office will be closed Friday, July 3rd in honor of Independence Day!

Be Prepared for this heat by knowing what to look for when someone may be overcome by heat.
https://www.purdue.edu/engineering/ABE/INPREPared/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/HeatSafety-OnePager-11-29-2018.pdf

Do you know a recent high school graduate, college student, young professional, or someone who is simply trying to figure out this whole "adulting" thing? If so, we need your help!
Purdue Extension is excited to offer Adulting 101, a virtual program designed to help young adults build confidence and learn practical life skills for navigating the real world.
Throughout this four-part series, participants will learn about:
• Building credit and managing finances
• Basic car care and maintenance
• Self-care and personal well-being
• Kitchen skills and household tips
• Basic interview skills and professional preparedness
• Other practical tools for starting life's next adventure