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Volcanic eruption safety tips and resources

Posted by Janet Liebsch - November 28, 2022 9:26 AM

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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Beware of Identity Thieves and Scam Artists after a Disaster

Posted by Janet Liebsch - October 02, 2022 9:37 AM

As government agencies and charitable groups continue to provide disaster assistance, con artists, identity thieves and other criminals may attempt to prey on vulnerable survivors. The most common po... Read More

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Preparing for a Wildfire (mitigation and safety tips)

Posted by Janet Liebsch - March 21, 2022 9:50 AM

According to the National Park Service, as many as 90% of wildland fires in the United States are caused by humans. Some human-caused fires result from campfires left unattended, the burning of debri... Read More

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Tornadoes 101 (Tornado Basics, Video and Safety Info)

Posted by Janet Liebsch - March 20, 2022 5:25 PM

Most of us have seen a tornado on the news and the Internet, but a vast majority of people have never personally witnessed the power and destruction of a twister. The U.S. averages about 1,200 tornad... Read More

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How to prepare for and respond to an explosive device or bombing incident

Posted by Janet Liebsch - February 28, 2022 10:44 AM

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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If you receive a bomb threat or suspicious package...

Posted by Janet Liebsch - February 28, 2022 10:28 AM

According to USPS, the likelihood of you ever receiving a bomb in the mail is remote, but are some unique signs or characteristics from the U.S. Postal Inspection Service that may help identify a &quo... Read More

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Dirty bomb or Radiological Dispersion Device (RDD) overview and safety tips

Posted by Janet Liebsch - February 27, 2022 5:43 PM

The main reasons for using a dirty bomb is to cause damage to buildings, contaminate an area, and spread fear or panic. The danger from a dirty bomb would be the blast itself - not necessarily radiati... Read More

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Nuclear power plant emergency (dealing with radiation exposure)

Posted by Janet Liebsch - February 26, 2022 10:44 AM

Even though nuclear power plants are monitored and regulated, accidents are possible and do happen. An accident could result in dangerous levels of radiation that could affect the public so learn what... Read More

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