Tag: Disaster Events

Disasters like hurricanes, fires, explosions, and floods are stressful and scary because they happen without warning. The way to mitigate the fear and worry of loss of life and property from disasters is through thorough preparation. The capacity to prepare increases the likelihood of the best possible reaction to and recovery from catastrophic calamities. Here are some steps to take in case of a calamity strikes today: Identify potential risks Identify the most likely calamities to strike your location and research how to prepare for them Acquaint yourself with the warning signs and systems in your area, such as sirens or text messages Invest in a radio that provides weather updates from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Know how to contact local em...