Earthquakes are among the most devastating natural disasters. What makes it more annihilating is the fact that there is no precise way of predicting when an earthquake may occur. The most effective tactic to minimize the effects of earthquakes in … Continue reading →
Volcanic eruptions are one of the powerful disasters nature can bring. Volcanic eruptions are catastrophic enough that it can wipe out several towns in a few hours. They can also cause temporary changes in the Earth’s climate. Volcanologists are the … Continue reading →
March 11, 2011: Japan was struck by an 8.9 magnitude quake and aftershocks shook Japan for several days with magnitudes as high as 7.1. It was a reminder for all mortals that nature cannot be controlled by man despite his … Continue reading →
The value of knowing how to respond to an emergency has never been so clear. Educating yourself on what to do in a flood, therefore, is one of the key disaster preparedness issues. Here are some valuable tips homeowners should … Continue reading →
As some people waited to return to the New Orleans area to see what was left of their house after hurricane Katrina, some areas were visited by hurricane Rita and that storm summarily squashed any hope many had left of … Continue reading →
There is nothing anyone can do when nature decides to leash out its fury. There is no way to stop it. Therefore, people should brace for the worse and seek shelter. In order to minimize the loss of life, most … Continue reading →
There are some very good reasons for investing in storm and hurricane protection for your home, not the least of which is saving your life in the worst storms. For most homeowners, however, protecting your home from the damaging winds … Continue reading →
Believe it or not, the coastline of the United states is regularly battered by hurricanes – about five on the average – every 3 years. The fact of the matter is that hurricanes do bring lots of winds – some … Continue reading →
The hurricane season is upon us and it is wise to ensure you’re prepared for all consequences associated with these catastrophic events. Timely and proper planning will avoid much of the stress resulting from hurricane damage and may well avoid … Continue reading →
With Hurricane Dorian poised to hit the east coast of Florida in the next couple of days, perhaps it’s appropriate to talk about hurricane preparedness. With meteorologists forecasting a very active hurricane season, you may want to learn how to … Continue reading →
