The safest place to be when a hurricane approaches is somewhere else; so you should definitely evacuate when you are told to.

Some preparation needs to happen well before a storm is imminent. That includes trimming or removing dead or weakened tree ...

Preparedness basics (for any disaster) No matter what type of natural disaster you might face, experts stress that the most important step is having a well-stocked emergency kit. The Federal Emergency ...

A hurricane, wildfire, or blackout can arrive without warning — here’s what to have ready before it does. Andi Breitowich works across digital and print magazines covering health, fitness, nutrition, ...

When disaster strikes, the stores often aren't open. We asked emergency preparedness experts for the essential gear in case ...

Contents of a mini go-bag Philadelphia city staff gave out at a preparedness event in Eastwick earlier this month. Items include a pill box, a first aid kit, an emergency tool that can break a car ...

Extreme weather and rising insurance premiums have bolstered the need for disaster planning. Advisors can help.

By investing in business resiliency and disaster preparedness, companies can begin to limit the extent of the financial ...

One year ago, on Sept. 26 and 27, Hurricane Helene made landfall in southern U.S, bringing devastating flooding to communities in North Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia. Many communities were largely ...

As Hurricane Melissa crept toward the St. Elizabeth parish of Jamaica, South Florida leaders gathered Tuesday morning to encourage residents to give what they can as soon as possible.

All of Jamaica’s financial defenses — insurance, bonds and credit lines — could be deployed to recover from Hurricane Melissa ...