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9 tips to earthquake and tsunami preparedness
A 5.9 magnitude earthquake struck the East Coast earlier today. Virginia was the epicenter, but the quake could be felt as far as New York and Pennsylvania.The earthquake has left many people nervous about the aftershocks. Here are 9 tips to make sure you are ready when an emergency hits.
Getting ready for Hurricane Irene
As hurricane Irene heads for the Southeast U.S. coast over the next couple of days, millions of people could be affected. Of course, things can always change. But preparing for the worst can make a big difference. Here are a few things you can do to prepare for the just-in-case.
Free video help: Organize your life in simple files
How ready are you for when an emergency hits? Do you have your important documents together? What if something happened to you? Would your family know where to look to find your essential paperwork? Try a file system like LifeinCase to organize your most important information.
How to prepare for tropical storms and hurricanes
As tropical storm Don heads for the U.S., it’s a good time to make sure your family knows what to do and where to go in case of an emergency.
How to prepare, stay safe and recover from a tornado
Severe weather can strike at any time. The best thing you can do is Be Prepared. Here are a few things you can do to keep your family safe during a tornado.
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