Tag: disaster
Put winter storm preparedness at the top of your list
March 12, 2017With a potentially crippling winter storm all but certain Monday night into Tuesday, it’s a good time to review your storm preparedness. When it comes to predictions, there are four levels: Winter Storm Outlook – Winter storm conditions are possible in the next 2 to 5 days. Winter Weather Advisory – Winter weather conditions are expected to…
Flint, Mich. water disaster highlights nation’s infrastructure problems
January 22, 2016If you’ve been following the news, you know that Flint, Mich., is in the middle of a water crisis. It’s a disturbing event that really drives home the importance of fresh, clean, drinkable water. It’s something we take for granted — until we don’t have it. One troubling aspect of this disaster is that it may have…
Preparing for the worst: A disaster plan can save lives
November 27, 2013The weather outside appears to be getting more frightful every year. Tornadoes, severe thunderstorms, unexpected snow, sleet and hail events all seem to be the new normal. And that means it’s more important than ever to have a disaster plan in place. One crucial part of that plan is having enough food and water to…