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When an emergency occurs, it’s natural to feel scared, disoriented and panicked. However, something many people don’t consider is how their children will deal with a disaster. The catastrophic earthquake in Haiti was an extremely tragic reminder of how important it is to be prepared, both for you and your loved ones. Even if you [...]
According to the American Red Cross, a family that has an earthquake preparedness kit is in a much better position to survive a disaster. Even though it’s possible that an earthquake won’t occur in your area, it’s still highly recommended that you take measures to get you and your family prepared, just in case. The [...]
Recently, an earthquake with a 7.0 magnitude level struck the southern section of Haiti. The results were catastrophic, as the citizens were gravely unprepared for such a severe earthquake. Though this disaster may not have struck home, it still should be a sign that being prepared for an earthquake can greatly increase your chances of [...]
If you live in an area that is prone to heavy snowfall, you may already have some experience with severe winter weather. Winter snowstorms can create hazardous road conditions, bring down power lines and delay public transportation. In some cases, a severe storm may even make it near impossible for you to leave your home. [...]
During inclement weather conditions, safety must be your first priority. A hurricane in your area can be devastating, especially if you have not adequately prepared your family on how to best ensure their safety. Technically, a hurricane is classified as being a tropical weather system that has wind speeds of 74 mph or greater. Because hurricanes have [...]
There are many steps involved in protecting your home against natural disasters. While it’s impossible to have 100% protection from hurricane damage in your home, there are certain steps you may take to improve the overall level of protection of your home. Installing impact resistant windows is an effective method which can decrease the chances that [...]
When disaster strikes, you may have only seconds to make decisions that will affect your family’s safety. As a general estimate, it is said that approximately 75 people die from floods each year. Flash floods are among the most dangerous types of floods, since they appear suddenly and without warning. If a flash flood strikes [...]
With the current state of the economy, taking charge of a project to hurricane-proof your home may seem financially impossible. However, in reality, there are many measures you can take to help improve the chances that your home will survive the severe weather conditions of a hurricane. If you are currently on a tight budget, [...]
Keeping your family safe during home season can seem like a challenging task, especially when faced with the destructive effect a hurricane can have on your home. This is made much more challenging by the number of myths about the best way to prepare for a hurricane in your area. Being informed about which information [...]
An effective way to ensure your family’s safety during hurricane season is to construct an emergency hurricane kit. This kit should include all of the materials that you may need if forced to evacuate during a hurricane. One of the most common mistakes many homeowners make is to consider a hurricane to be a “worst-case [...]
Floods can cause as much damage as burglars. If you live in an area that has frequent floods from heavy rainfall or melting snow, you may want to install flood sensors. Flood sensors alert you when water levels begin to rise. Even if you live in an area with little rainfall, you might want to [...]