Learn how to prepare for natural disasters, severe weather, power outages, and other emergencies with practical planning guides, checklists, and safety tips.
Thanksgiving brings family gatherings, busy kitchens, hot ovens, and several dishes cooking at once. With guests moving through the house, it can be easy to become distracted. A phone call,
Power outages can create hazards that continue long after the electricity goes out. Families may turn to portable generators, fireplaces, fuel-burning heaters, vehicles, grills, or other equipment for power and
Emergencies rarely happen when every member of a household is conveniently together. A severe storm may arrive while children are at school, parents are at work, and another family member
Wildfires can threaten communities even when the flames are many miles away. Smoke may travel across several states, reduce outdoor visibility, worsen indoor air quality, and create health risks for