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2023 Hurricane Season News and Updates

This main blog will be updated often with various storm news and updates for 2023 in the body and in the comments below. Also download and share our FREE 68-pg portion of USFRA's Family Preparedn... Read More
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Volcanic eruption safety tips and resources

A volcano is a mountain that opens downward to a reservoir of molten rock (like a huge pool of melted rocks) below the earth’s surface. Unlike mountains, which are pushed up from the earth’s crust... Read More
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September 2022 National Preparedness Month resources

National Preparedness Month was created to encourage and promote family and community disaster planning during NPM and throughout the year. The 2022 NPM theme is A Lasting Legacy: "The life you’... Read More
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Hurricane Preparedness Week is May 1-7, 2022

Every year the NWS' Hurricane Preparedness Week helps families get prepared and be ready for hurricane season. The Pacific hurricane season starts May 15, and the Atlantic season (for now) starts... Read More
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How to prepare for and respond to an explosive device or bombing incident

Besides being vigilant and having good situational awareness, there are some things people can do to prepare for and respond to an explosive device or incident. Read More
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