Ten years ago this month, a software bug in an Ohio company’s control room caused a widespread, multi-day blackout, affecting 45 million Americans across eight states on the East Coast and through ...

I was born and raised in California, so I’ve been waiting for the “big one” my entire life. I’ve never experienced a snow day, but I’m fairly certain “fire days” aren’t nearly as fun. I’ve been wary ...

Nonprofit aid groups started their disaster preparation early this year as NOAA predicts this will be a busy and "active" hurricane season. "We are ready to go," said Steve Stirling, President and CEO ...

The aftermath of a disaster is a legal and financial minefield. Put important documents in your evacuation kit in case ...

This Collection supports and amplifies research related to SDG 10 - Reduced Inequalities and SDG 13 - Climate Action. Natural disasters are becoming increasingly frequent and complex in nature due to ...

UF/IFAS Extension provides resources for hurricane preparedness, including information on water, food, documents, and pet safety. The Florida Homeowners Handbook offers guidance on protecting homes, ...

Weather disasters can disrupt everyday life, causing injury, property loss, and financial hardship. But with proactive planning, recovering can be easier. Preparation includes securing your home and ...

House Democrats are calling for an immediate hearing on disaster preparations, including Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) resources, after catastrophic ...

A combination of extreme weather impacts and cuts to aid budgets may mean the next few years will be ripe for the rapid development and further scaling up of anticipatory action measures and ...

AUSTIN, Texas — State lawmakers are now taking matters into their own hands to improve disaster response and preparedness across Texas. Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick created two new committees ...