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  • Where, When, and How Often Do Wildfires Occur

    In recent years, it may seem like wildfires have become more frequent, especially in certain parts of the country and continent. As natural events, wildfires can cause harm, but understanding why and how they occur can help minimize your risk. In the same way that not all locations are prone to ... View Post
  • Wildfire Safety: How to Protect Yourself from Bad Air Quality & Smoke

    In recent weeks, cities across the northeastern United States have faced the effects of smoke and poor air quality. As wildfires rage in Canada, the smoke has lingered into states like New York and New Jersey, forcing many people to stay indoors. Though you can’t control the effects of a wildfir... View Post
  • Expert Tips for Overcoming Your Fear of Natural Disasters

    The thought of experiencing a natural disaster can be intimidating and stressful. While living through a natural disaster can be traumatizing. The truth is natural disasters are frightening. However, the reality is, natural disasters do happen, and an intense fear of them can lead to a lack of p... View Post
  • 12 Must-Know Volcano Safety Tips

    Whether you live in an area with active volcanoes or are traveling to one, knowing how to stay safe is crucial. There are several things you can do before an eruption to prepare, as well as specific actions to keep you and your family safe in the event that one happens.   Volcano safety doesn’t ... View Post
  • Before the Next Disaster Hits: Know the Safest Place to Be During an Earthquake

    Earthquakes can be frightening as they strike with little to no warning. Depending on the intensity of the shaking, sometimes these natural disasters can be destructive, while other times we hardly notice them.  Knowing what to do and where to be when an earthquake occurs can make the experience... View Post
  • Shattering Earthquake Myths: Separating Fact from Fiction

    Earthquakes are one of the most unpredictable and destructive natural disasters, and although seismologists have studied them extensively, there is still a lot of confusion and false information around them.  This article will separate fact from fiction in 8 commonly believed earthquake myths to... View Post