When an emergency happens, you want to be able to communicate with loved ones and keep up-to-date with what's going on. The problem with emergencies is they make it hard to do both of these things. We're going to cover the basics so you can communicate in an emergency. Two Communications Problems You Need to Solve in an Emergency Most of the emergencies we would prepare … [Read more...] about Basic Emergency Preparedness – Communications
Family Handyman – Put Ice in Your Washing Machine
In this article, Family Handyman takes a look at common hurricane preparedness tips. Which ones stand up to their testing? … [Read more...] about Family Handyman – Put Ice in Your Washing Machine
Preparedness Month – Make an Emergency Plan
Continuing our series on Preparedness Month, it's time for you to make an emergency plan. An emergency plan describes where everyone should go in an emergency, what they should do, and includes backup plans if they can’t get to the preferred place. The plan also provides a list of people who we can rely on to help us in an emergency. September is a great time to start … [Read more...] about Preparedness Month – Make an Emergency Plan
MarketWatch: Jackson Water Crisis Could Happen to You
This article by MarketWatch goes through a range of scenarios where global climate change can impact cities across the country. … [Read more...] about MarketWatch: Jackson Water Crisis Could Happen to You
How to Die: Lose Comms
No man is an island. We're designed to be around other people. Being in a community makes us the best version of ourselves - we can accomplish more together than alone. More importantly, in an emergency situation being able to communicate with others can be the difference between life and death: What direction is the fire moving?Is there another wave of storms moving in … [Read more...] about How to Die: Lose Comms