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Improving national disaster preparedness and resilience

Sep 17, 2022 09:17AM ● By Editor

As of July 2022, there have been nine weather or climate disaster events with losses exceeding $1 billion each — and hurricane season has yet to be accounted for. By Maria Henriquez from Security Magazine • September 16, 2022

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Safety tips during a flood - Turn Around, Don't Drown

Sep 15, 2022 09:41AM ● By Editor

During a flood, water levels and the rate the water is flowing can quickly change. Remain aware and monitor local radio and television outlets. Avoid flood waters at all costs and evacuate immediately when water starts to rise. Don't wait until it's too late! From the National Weather Service • September 15, 2022

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National Emergency Preparedness Month - A Lasting Legacy

Sep 07, 2022 10:40AM ● By Editor

This year’s theme is “A Lasting Legacy.” The life you’ve built is worth protecting. Prepare for disasters to create a lasting legacy for you and your family. By Central Michigan District Health Department (CMDHD) • September 7, 2022

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National Preparedness Month: With every disaster comes lessons to adjust your plan

Sep 02, 2022 09:46AM ● By Editor

I’m still surprised to talk to people who were caught off guard, unprepared for what we know that we know. By Charles Parker from Homeland Security Today • September 1, 2022

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Reminders about frost and freezing advisories from the National Weather Service

Sep 01, 2022 01:19PM ● By Editor

While the National Weather Service does not keep track of "frost" in observations per se, we do keep track of when temperatures hit the freezing mark or fall below. Frost becomes more widespread when the temperature falls below 32°F with some freeze possible. A hard freeze is possible when temperatures fall below 28°F. From the National Weather Service • September 1, 2022

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30 Smart Tips to Get Your Home Ready for Fall

Sep 01, 2022 12:31PM ● By Editor

Even though summer is not quite over yet, it’s a good time to do some seasonal maintenance to keep your home running smoothly. The weather can change quickly, especially if you live in a colder climate and you don’t want to be caught unprepared. By Royale Scuderi from lifehack.org • September 1, 2022

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66% of Americans don’t feel fully prepared for Natural Disasters

Aug 30, 2022 10:50AM ● By Editor

45% don’t know if their insurance covers related claims. By Maggie Davids from Value Penguin • August 29, 2022

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Canada is witnessing more thunderstorms than ever before

Aug 22, 2022 12:26PM ● By Editor

By Gregory Kopp, Professor of Civil Engineering & ImpactWX Chair of Severe Storms Engineering, Western University, David Sills, Executive Director - Northern Tornadoes Project, Western University and Julian Brimelow, Executive Director Northern Hail Project, Western University from The Conversation • August 21, 2022

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The radio system that keeps us safe from extreme weather is under threat

Aug 22, 2022 12:13PM ● By Editor

NOAA Weather Radio needs some serious upgrades. By Max Fenton from Slate • August 22, 2022

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OIG Tells FEMA to improve oversight of understaffed emergency food and shelter program

Aug 13, 2022 08:45AM ● By Editor

An OIG audit has found that from fiscal years 2017 through 2020, the National Board did not spend about $58 million of the $560 million (10.4 percent) in appropriated grant funds for the EFSP. By Kylie Bielby from Homeland Security Today • August 13, 2022

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