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Extreme Protection for Extreme Weather

July 17, 2012 by

My Place We’ve all been there – wind and rain (and maybe even hail) are pounding the outside of your house while... Read Full Story

Busting Storm Safety Myths: The Truth Behind 4 Urban Legends

July 12, 2012 by

My Place Batten down the hatches! Our Storm Crew is busting some of the most common storm safety myths and sharing weather... Read Full Story

The Lasting Impact of Natural Disasters

July 10, 2012 by

My Place What can 28,000 rubber duckies teach us about the impact of natural disasters on our world? A lot, actually! In... Read Full Story

The 4 Survival Skills Every Kid Should Know

My Place Some of outdoor adventurer Bear Grylls’ biggest fans are kids. Their eyes widen at his derring-do, and boys and girls... Read Full Story

Survive Wildfire Season Through Preparation and Planning

June 20, 2012 by

My Place This year is shaping up to be a whopper for wildfires – and the season isn’t over yet. As early... Read Full Story

4 Things to Hoard for an Emergency

My Place Some people call it hoarding. I just call it smart. Devastating natural disasters like Hurricane Katrina, the Asian tsunami, and... Read Full Story

Hurricane Season Approaches: 4 Ways to Waterproof Your Stuff

My Place Taking advantage of the calm before a storm to prepare can help keep you afloat when severe weather strikes.  So,... Read Full Story

Get Kids Involved in Emergency Planning

April 30, 2012 by

My Place The Loma Prieta Earthquake rocked the San Francisco Bay Area on October 17, 1989. Remembered by many for occuring during... Read Full Story