And something many do not consider is the importance of protecting important documents in case of flooding, fire or worse.

TAMPA BAY, Fla (BLOOM) – Extreme weather events and natural disasters impact millions of people annually, disrupting lives and causing significant financial losses. According to the National Oceanic ...

As climate emergencies like wildfires and hurricanes become more prevalent, it's important to have essentials like food and medicine on hand and ready to go in case you need to evacuate. Do you and ...

(WGHP) — Jim Starlin spent years as a firefighter and paramedic and served as an emergency preparedness coordinator at Duke University. “If you’re not ready when it happens, it’s too late,” Starlin ...

RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- September is National Preparedness Month, and Wake County officials are urging people to take proactive steps now to be ready in case disaster strikes. Emergency management ...

National Preparedness Month is recognized each September to promote family and community disaster planning now and throughout the year. This month, the Office of Resiliency will provide resources for ...

If a storm knocked out your power tonight, could your family safely ride out 72 hours without heat, running water or hot food? For most households, the answer is no. The problem isn't a willingness to ...

The aftermath of Hurricane Katrina revealed significant deficiencies in public preparedness, unclear state guidance, and a shortage of pet-friendly emergency shelters, escalating the risks associated ...

Extremely hot and extremely cold weather periods are the worst times to experience a power failure - and also the most likely ...