To contact the USDA Operations Center 24/7 call either 202-720-5711 or 1-877-677-2369 (877-OPP-CEN9). To reach a recorded emergency information line (updated daily) call 1-800-932-1902. For TTY services call 1-800-877-8339. In the event of a major emergency a phone bank will be activated that can be reached at 1-877-873-2720.

USDA Operating Status - Monday, November 23, 2009. All USDA facilities in the Washington, D.C. area are OPEN.

The main entrance to the Yates building is open. Employees going to and from the Yates Building should exercise caution when crossing at 14th and Independence Ave.

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Memo from Secretary Vilsack to All USDA Employees Regarding Preparations for the Flu Season-September 17, 2009

Draft USDA H1N1 Pandemic Plan

Pandemic Influenza 2009: Additional Guidance from OPM

White House Guidance

• REPORT TO THE PRESIDENT ON U.S. PREPARATIONS FOR 2009-H1N1 INFLUENZA
• President's Council of Advisors on Science & Technology (PCAST) Recommendations and Administration Progress
• White House Guidance: Preparing for H1N1 and the upcoming flu season

USDA Human Pandemic Planning Guidance for Employee Health and Safety and Continuity of Operations

2009 H1N1 influenza strain - Message from Secretary Vilsack-May 1, 2009

CDC Information on H1N1 Flu Outbreak

Frequently Asked Questions H1N1 Flu Outbreak USDA Website

H1N1 Self Assessment tool

USDA Emergency Preparedness and Response Website

USDA Employee Emergency Response Guide (PDF, 325KB)