What to Do Immediately After a Severe Rainstorm
The rain has stopped and the storm clouds have rolled away. Now it's time to take steps to maintain your safety,…
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What to Do Immediately After a Flood
Flooding is frightening, and even after the immediate threat has passed, the conditions created by a flood can be dangerous…
Earthquakes: What You Need to Know & How to Prepare
Earthquakes can happen anytime, anywhere. They occur without notice and although they last only seconds, their effects range from unnoticeable to…
How to Protect Yourself During a Drought
Living in Florida, I've dealt with my fair share of extreme weather. I've experienced hurricane damage to my home and…
Five Things Burglars Don’t Want You to Know
While my husband and I were out visiting family one weekend, thieves broke into our home, took the pillowcases off…
5 Cool Tips for Safe Home Heating
As the weather turns cooler and days get shorter, you may be taking steps to stay warm and cozy this…
How to Protect Your Home and Car From Hail Damage
Hail—pellets of frozen rain that may fall at speeds of more than 100 miles per hour—can cause more than a…
Eight Tips to Step Up Your Ladder Safety
Before you attempt to use a ladder, protect yourself by freshening up on the basics of ladder safety. A ladder…
Planning an Extended Vacation? Avoid These 8 Things While You’re Away
If you spend your winters or even a few weeks on vacation in a warmer climate, you might be preparing…
What to Do When a Tornado Strikes Your Community
Tornadoes are among the most common, and unpredictable, severe weather events. Unlike hurricanes or blizzards, which meteorologists can often forecast…