Natural disasters are often unexpected and can cause considerable damage to properties. Recent wildfires have highlighted the importance of disaster preparedness both personally and professionally.

Austin Emergency Management team want to remind to prepare for the worst, keeping you and your family safe through any storm.

When tornado sirens become frequent and sudden storms appear out of thin air, it becomes apparent there is a need for a disaster preparedness plan for farmers and large animal owners alike. What ...

In Florida's Panhandle, Steve Brown's 10-year-old cat Max knows the drill. Hurricane Helene is the third time in five years that Brown's family evacuated from hurricanes and gone inland, staying at a ...

Preparing for emergency situations can be overwhelming — but it’s also an important way to protect yourself and your family. When you know about the risks and hazards in your area, you can plan for ...

Just one-third of Americans have a disaster preparedness plan that includes their pet, according to new research. The survey of 2,000 dog or cat owners revealed half of Americans (52%) believe natural ...

In emergency management, that first punch can take many forms: a storm track that suddenly shifts, a cyberattack that cascades through systems we assumed were isolated, or a partner agency that ...

Although nine in 10 Americans believe it’s important to be prepared for the worst in the event of a natural disaster — less than half actually have a preparedness plan in place, according to a new ...

When disaster strikes, whether it's water, fire, or mold damage, knowing what to do in those first moments can make a huge difference! Rhia Shiek, Senior VP at SERVPRO and JP Escobar, Commercial ...

HONOLULU (KHON2) — Maui’s kūpuna were among the most hard hit during the 2023 wildfires, with more than two-thirds of the 102 people killed in Lāhainā being over 60 years old. The fire brought forward ...

The Oregon Department of Emergency Management has officially adopted the Oregon Disaster Recovery Plan, enhancing the state's preparedness for future disasters.

The last week of weather disasters in the central U.S. claimed lives and damaged and destroyed property. But it also took a toll on pets. A recent study by Met Life sheds light on the emotional and ...