Impacting Our Future
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As Severe Natural Disasters Increase, Services Adapt to Meet Need
A deluge of floodwaters engulfing a single mother’s home. Wildfire flames emblazoning an elderly couple’s abode. Stories like these are all too common — and they have become more so in recent years.
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The Best Way to Recover From a Natural Disaster Is to Prepare for It
The scale of natural disasters is intensifying, and they’re happening simultaneously all over the country, impacting more people every day. To ensure that communities can rebuild from natural disasters, they must be able not only to respond quickly but to prepare for a disaster long before it hits. From wildfires in California to hurricanes in...
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What Every Homeowner Should Know to Prepare for Home Disasters
Roger Wakefield, also known as The Expert Plumber, shares what homeowners should know to be adequately prepared for any natural disaster.
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FEMA’s Voluntary Agency Liaisons Bring Together Partners to Help Survivors Before, During, and After Disasters
In times of crisis, the collaboration between the federal government and nongovernmental organizations is not just beneficial — it’s crucial. Partnerships, such as National Voluntary Agencies Active in Disaster, form a powerful alliance that significantly enhances disaster response efforts. From hurricanes to wildfires, this collaboration leverages the unique strengths of each sector, creating a whole community approach that isn’t possible otherwise.
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Taking Steps to Prepare Before Disaster Strikes
Imagine waking up tomorrow and your world has been turned upside down. A hurricane has ravaged your community, leaving behind a trail of destruction. Flood waters have forced you and your family to evacuate. Power lines are down, and you’re going to be without electricity for at least the next week.
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Climate Change Is Increasing Extreme Weather: What to Do About It
A preparedness expert offers tips to help you stay safe year-round as extreme weather increases the frequency and severity of natural disasters.
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Jeff Probst Reveals Survivor’s Emergency Preparedness Plan
After 24 years and 46 seasons, Jeff Probst and the “Survivor” crew know what it takes to create a comprehensive disaster preparedness plan in the remote reaches of the Pacific — and at home.
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How To Be Red Cross Ready for Natural Disasters
As families across the country cope with increasingly extreme weather due to the climate crisis, preparing for the next disaster in your community is more important than ever.
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The Power of Preparedness: Protecting Yourself and Others During a Disaster
Natural disasters, whether it's hurricanes, tornadoes, or floods, can strike with little warning, leaving behind a trail of destruction and chaos. The aftermath can be overwhelming, but with proper preparation, you can safeguard yourself and your loved ones.
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5 Simple Steps for At-Home Hurricane Preparedness
The Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH) offers five steps that families can follow to prepare for hurricanes as part of their #HurricaneStrong program.