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.

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 ...

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 ...

Bothell updated its Hazard Mitigation Plan addressing 14 hazards and released it for public review to improve disaster ...

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 ...

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 ...

Well, that’s vital information in emergency preparedness, said Ryan Lowry-Lee, community preparedness officer with the Federal Emergency Management Agency. When people are more informed about what ...

U.S. Customs and Border Protection Air and Marine Operations (AMO) from Tucson, Ariz., rescue two adults and a dog from the Cape Fear waterway while on a Search and Rescue (SAR) Mission which ...

June is National Pet Preparedness Month. This is a time to focus on ensuring the safety and well-being of the animals in our lives, especially during emergencies. Are you prepared if disaster strikes?

On May 11, 2023, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued a news release on behalf of HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra, announcing the end of the COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE ...

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 ...