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Recovering After a Disaster

Disaster Preparedness, Disaster Recovery

Disasters come at you fast. But then what? Natural events a lot of times happen quickly and unexpectedly and can leave you wondering how to pick up the pieces when you have barely had time to think.

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Emergency Agencies in Your State

Disaster Preparedness

The Department of Homeland Security has posted a handy page that lets you click on one of the 50 states of your interest and brings up a list of resources located within that state that can provide aid during a time of emergency.

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Baby, It’s Cold Outside

Disaster Preparedness

The turning leaves, wind chills, and wet weather are the prime indicators that it is time to turn up the thermostat, throw a log on to the fire, or bring the space heater out of storage. With the rising cost of fuel and electricity, there are many ways you can stay warm and cozy inside your home and do it safely.

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Do Your Fire Alarms Work?

Disaster Preparedness

Do your fire and smoke alarms work? Really?

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FEMA Creates New Flood-Zone Maps

Disaster Preparedness, News

FEMA has created more accurate maps indicating which homeowners should purchase flood insurance. The Flood Insurance Rate Maps are not only more accurate, but can be updated more efficiently.

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