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Natural Disasters

Family Home Evacuation Strategies

by Carolyn

There are hundreds of articles, publications and videos that talk about the importance of preparing your family for a potential disaster. However, did you know that less than 5% of families have an evacuation strategy for their home? There are a wide variety of scenarios which might require you to leave home in a hurry. Here’s a quick guide to what you can do to plan an evacuation strategy for your family. Planning for Different Scenarios Deciding on an evacuation…

Severe Storm Safety Tips

by Carolyn

You might have seen the news lately – the Midwestern United States is getting hammered by strong storms. Even if you don’t live in the Midwest, it’s still extremely important for you to know how to prepare your home (and family) for a severe storms. Weather conditions can be volatile, which means the severity of a storm could change at a moment’s notice. Here are a few tips to help you prepare for a severe storm. Prepare for a Power…

What Would You Take to an Underground Bomb Shelter?

by Carolyn

Every time there’s a significant natural disaster, many people express renewed interest in getting their family prepared. Some people purchase bottled water, dehydrated food and medical supplies. Other people focus on securing their home with better locks, a home security system and enhanced surveillance. With all of this interest in getting your family prepared, what have you considered? If you were the victim of a natural disaster, what do you think would be most valuable to you? This is just…

How to Prepare for a Severe Earthquake

by Carolyn

Many people are expressing concern about how to prepare for a severe earthquake, especially after the severe earthquakes in Japan and Haiti. If you live in an earthquake-prone zone, what can you do to prepare? What supplies should you keep on hand? This article will guide you through the steps that will help you prepare for a severe earthquake. Securing Shelving All of the shelves in your home should be secure in preparation for an earthquake. You should avoid free-floating…

Worried about Radiation? Here’s What You Need to Know

by Carolyn

With the growing importance of nuclear energy, many people are now becoming concerned about the effects of radiation. After the earthquake and tsunami in Japan resulted in several nuclear power plants to become damaged, radiation was released into the surrounding area. Some of that radiation is now showing up in the United States, though initially the levels seem to be low. That being said, what can you do to protect yourself from radiation? What is radiation, and how does it affect you?…

Charities to Help Japan

by Carolyn

Want to learn more about how to help people that were affected by the recent earthquake and tsunami in Japan? Are you interested in learning how you can sign up as a volunteer in the Japan relief effort? Here’s a bit of information about some charities that are actively providing aid in Japan after the recent disaster. ShelterBox Shelterbox is a charity that sends shelter, warmth and other supplies to people who have been victimized by natural disasters. Japan has…

A Safety Guide to Hurricane Classifications

by Carolyn

In April of 2010, the drilling rig Deepwater Horizon sank, leaving behind a gushing oil well that has caused the largest oil spill in US history. Now, with hurricane season already underway, many experts are concerned that hurricane conditions could further spread the oil over much of the southeastern US states. With hurricane Alex (which is currently forecast to hit Mexico) already causing disruptions in the form of 12-foot waves, it’s important that you understand the classifications for different types…

5 Things to Do Before a Tornado Hits

by Carolyn

In 1996, a script co-authored by Michael Crichton finally made it to the big screen. The resulting movie, “Twister”, took the movie world by storm. At the time, the visual effects in this movie were groundbreaking, setting new standards in the movie industry. After being the second-highest grossing film of 1996, Twister went on to be the first movie to ever be released in the DVD format. The movie followed a group of “storm-chasers”, who were attempting to gather data…

2010 Hurricane Season Predicted to be Above Normal

by Carolyn

Every year, people around the United States begin preparing for hurricane season. This can involve constructing a family hurricane kit, reinforcing doors, installing storm windows, or other preparations. If you live in an area of the USA called the “Atlantic Basin”, you are already aware of some of the damage that can occur during hurricane season. When Does the 2010 Hurricane Season Start? The official dates of hurricane season are: June 1st to November 30th However, these dates are not all-inclusive.…

How to Make a Disaster Recovery Plan With Your Family

by Carolyn

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 don’t live an area that is prone to natural disasters, it’s highly recommended that you take the time to make a disaster recovery plan with…

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