Hurricane Helene has been devastating. Forecasters warned the residents to be aware the storm was growing and it would be huge, more than 300 miles wide. Many heeded the warning and evacuated to a safer location. Some evacuated to an area that had been safe in the past only to discover this storm was different.
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God Always Warns of Dangers Ahead
You are the captain or your ship, the expert for your family. You can know how to prepare and where to find help and reliable answers. Now is not the time to rely on charts found on the internet, it is time to rely on the Lord.
Pillars of Preparedness: Dos and Don’ts
September is National Emergency Preparedness Month and the perfect time to closely examine what you have done and what you are doing to improve. You may be new to preparing and considered it unnecessary in the past. Whether you are a newcomer, or a seasoned pro, take time to plan and move forward.
Is Your Child’s School Prepared for Emergencies?
Teachers, administrators, school support staff, and classroom volunteers, are the first responders during any emergency which occurs in our schools, but are they prepared?
Stay Safe: What to Do When Lightning Strikes
Understanding the dangers of lightning is important so you can get to a safe place when thunderstorms threaten. If you hear thunder, even in the distance, you are already in danger of becoming a lightning victim.
How to Be Ready for a Hurricane with Days or Hours to Prepare
It’s time to complete your hurricane/typhoon preparations for a safe ride through the storm. Here are must-save checklists depending on how much time you have to prepare.
Hurricanes Coming: How to Stay Safe in Your Own Home
Hurricane season is here and here with a vengeance. I had planned a completely different article for this week, but it looks as though this may be the worst hurricane season in decades, so let’s get a jump on preparing. You may feel you don’t need to prepare because you don’t live in an area where hurricanes make landfall. Think again.