Lightning Week
Already this year, 15 people have been killed by lightning.
For context, 28 were killed last year.
The National Weather Service is highlighting Lightning Safety and Awareness Week this week. They go on with some 2008 victim stats:
100% were outside
79% male
36% males between the ages of 20-25
32% under a tree
29% on or near [...]
The Fire Danger is Rising - Be Smart and Stay Safe!
In some parts of the U.S., it might have seemed like winter would never end in 2009. When it did, floods in places like Fargo, ND made national news. The focus on flooding may have taken our focus away from another real danger - wildfires.
Citizens of Shakopee, MN got a huge reminder that a small [...]
Real Life Story: Surviving a Hurricane
It’s National Hurricane Preparedness Week and we’ve pulled together the best of the best advice from experts and readers to help you get ready (it’s helpful for all disasters not just hurricanes)!
The most amazing pieces of advice came from Dean Trevelino, who survived Hurricane Ivan and Jeanne. Here’s his story:
My wife, son (who was four [...]
Your Office “To-Go” Kit
I spend most of my week at work so chances are I’d be more likely to experience a disaster or emergency here than anywhere else!From severe storms to power outages, a number of things could happen while on the job. Here’s how you can get ready:
1. Review your company’s evacuation policies and emergency exit routes.
2. [...]