Natural Disaster

Natural disasters have begun happening with increasing frequency and severity. Newspapers are filled with reports of one calamity after another in several countries around the globe. Countries that have never experienced certain types of natural disasters are now beginning to experience them. Freak weather changes are resulting in more earthquakes, tsunamis, flash floods and more. [...]

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The National Weather Service will first announce a tornado watch if there are any indications that a tornado may strike. When a tornado sighting is confirmed or the weather service receives a radar indication of a tornado, a warning will be issued. Tornados are not something we should take lightly; taking the right steps to [...]

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What to do if a Blizzard is Headed Your Way Blizzards are very heavy snowstorms accompanied by high winds. Blowing snow and winds result in poor to zero visibility depending on the severity of the blizzard. The National Weather Service will issue a blizzard watch to warn people and a warning when weather conditions worsen. [...]

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What to Do After a Tornado

by Ndri on August 5, 2011

in Natural Disaster

A tornado is defined as a violent, swirling column of air, often referred to as a twister. Tornados can appear in different shapes, the most typical one being the visible funnel, broad at the top and narrow at the tip which touches the earth. It is often encircled by a cloud of dust and debris. [...]

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Wet weather Safety Tips

by Ndri on August 5, 2011

in Natural Disaster

Rainy weather brings with it the risk of floods and high intensity storms that could turn into hurricanes or tornadoes. The U.S. Department of Public Works warns residents to take precautions to protect human life and property. Moderate rainfall on a coastal area can lead to heavy rain in mountainous regions, increasing the risk of [...]

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Do you live in an area that frequently experiences severe snowstorms during the winter season? Learning to cope with natural disasters can be a real trial. Winter weather is unpredictable to say the least. While most people put together an emergency plan and a survival kit, vehicles tend to get little or no attention. So [...]

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