A natural disaster occurring in your destination while abroad is one of the most terrifying things many travelers can imagine. Keeping yourself safe in any emergency situation is critical — and when ...

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September is National Preparedness Month, reminding us about the importance of planning for natural disasters and emergencies. Here are some tips on how to prepare, remain safe and plan for the worst.

Extreme weather events like hurricanes, floods, wildfires, and tornadoes can be devastating. So how can you stay prepared? First, know the risk for your area and then create your family emergency plan ...

A new nationwide study suggests tornadoes top the list of natural disasters Americans fear most, outranking tsunamis, earthquakes, and hurricanes. The survey found that concern over tornadoes isn’t ...

Stacy Barnes points to the wreckage of her parents house, in a photo of Greensburg on the day after the storm. (Photo by Anne Vilen) “The natural disaster club is not one anyone wants to join,” said ...

Although nine in 10 Americans believe it’s important to be prepared for the worst in the event of a natural disaster — less than half actually have a preparedness plan in place, according to a new ...

Longmont’s Office of Emergency Management will host two “Be Ready” classes from 6 to 8 p.m. Sept. 10 and Sept. 29 in the council chambers, 350 Kimbark St., to provide residents with tools and safety ...

Tornadoes are officially the scariest natural disaster, according to new research. A survey of 2,500 Americans split evenly by U.S. region found that regardless of where they live, the threat of a ...

Standard homeowners insurance doesn’t cover everything — floods, sewer backups, and some storm damage may be excluded, so it’s critical to review your policy closely. Replacement cost vs. actual cash ...

Historically speaking, the last week of August has been a tough one for Charleston, at least so far as natural disasters go. Though sources vary in their detail and assessments, a survey of websites ...