Category: Emergency Preparedness Disasters – Extreme Weather

The best time to prepare for an emergency is in advance. Whether hurricane, blizzard, ice storm, or other emergency, a plan of action and a kit stocked with supplies will make weathering the storm or evacuating that much easier.

2026 Hurricane Season Tropical Update

Jun 11, 2026

Colorado State University updated its 2026 hurricane season forecast with below average expectations for tropical cyclones and a major hurricane landfall on the USA.

Stay Vigilant and Cautious After Hurricanes

May 3, 2026

Many hazards remain after a hurricane passes. Floodwaters contain sewage and chemicals and hide other dangers. Downed power lines and debris are dangerous. Heat can kill.

2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season Forecast

May 2, 2026

The early forecast for the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season based on predictions by Colorado State University

Understand Hurricane Forecast Information

May 2, 2026

Understand Hurricane Forecasts & where to get them. A detailed look at hazards and the watches, warnings, advisories, and outlooks that go with them.

EMP Attack—Will You Have Lights When the Country Goes Dark?

Oct 22, 2025

A nuclear weapon detonated at high altitude would disable all electronic and electrical devices...

What to Do In a Power Outage

Jun 24, 2025

If you prepared well for a power outage, your family might barely notice the lack of utility power. Preparedness goes a long way, but so does staying safe by knowing what to do and what not to do.

Prepare Now for the Atlantic Hurricane Season

May 3, 2025

Hurricane Preparedness Week is an awareness campaign to help people living in hurricane prone areas prepare for the hurricane season with knowledge and the supplies necessary to survive a hurricane disaster.

California Power Outage Readiness Today and Tomorrow

Jan 29, 2025

Portable Generators are a good, stop-gap measure for a short-term outage, but most cannot power your entire house. Standby Generators are a better choice for most homes.