Many people live their lives without giving much thought to what is going on around them. This could prove to be deadly, however, especially if you are caught unprepared in the event of an emergency. One type of an emergency that can happen suddenly and without warning is a hazardous material incident. When it takes … Read more
One of the many natural disasters that can have an immediate effect and effects that linger for quite some time is flooding. This is an issue that can take place on a localized level but it may also include a widespread area in some cases. Being prepared in advance is your best opportunity for surviving … Read more
If there is one thing that seems to be changing quickly in the world around us, it is the weather. As a result of global warming, a global crisis is looming and it may take on many different forms. From rising sea waters to drought, the effects are already beginning to take hold. One of … Read more
Out of all of the different terroristic threats that we may experience, explosions are one of the most feared. Terrorists use explosive devices in a number of ways, including in vehicles, detonating them remotely or even carrying them on a person in a suicide attack. These types of conventional explosive attacks are not only designed … Read more
Some natural disasters take a while to develop and you may see them coming from far off. One disaster that occurs suddenly and without warning, however, is an earthquake. Even a mild earthquake can cause damage but when it is severe and lasts for a minute or longer, the damage can be catastrophic. The threat … Read more
We live in a world that is constantly changing and there is a lot of uncertainty in the world around us. This is not only seen in the political landscape, it is seen in all areas of life. In many cases, we may be able to avoid certain issues by simply staying out of the … Read more
When most of us think about the possibility of a threat that would affect us or those around us we tend to think of something physical. Perhaps the first thing that comes to mind is a chemical attack or it may be biological. The fact of the matter is, however, a cyber-attack is a real … Read more
One of the many different types of attacks that could be a problem in any area is a chemical attack. When a chemical agent is released, it can quickly make people sick and it may be some time before the authorities recognize that the problem even exists. Many of the chemicals that can lead to … Read more
There are many emergencies that could affect a wide area and thousands or perhaps even millions of individuals may be affected. There are also those that can affect individuals or single families but the effects can be equally as devastating. One of those emergencies that needs to be prepared for in advance is a house … Read more
In order to say that your family is completely prepared for any type of emergency, it is important to look at both natural and unnatural issues that could lead to problems. One of the issues that need to be considered is the possibility of a biological threat. This type of a threat could have a … Read more