Disaster Preparedness

The Deadliest Earthquakes in History: The Worst and Most Destructive Natural Disasters What is an Earthquake? An earthquake is a phenomenon that occurs when the Earth’s crust and uppermost mantle experience sudden movements, resulting in intense shaking and the release of seismic energy. Such movements can be caused by a variety of factors, from volcanic […]

Earthquake Safety: Protecting Your Electronics During an Earthquake An earthquake can happen at any moment, and it can strike without warning. This natural disaster can cause severe damage to your home, including your electronic devices. The loss of these devices can be costly, not to mention the loss of important data and memories. In this […]

Earthquake Safety: How to Secure Hanging Objects to Avoid Earthquake Damage Hanging objects such as mirrors, picture frames, and chandeliers are common decorative items in homes and offices. However, during an earthquake, these objects can become a hazard, falling and causing damage, injury, or even death. Fortunately, there are simple steps you can take to […]

How to Secure Bookcases During an Earthquake Earthquakes can be unpredictable and devastating, causing widespread damage to homes, buildings and other structures. Bookcases, in particular, are susceptible to falling and causing injury to people or damaging other items in the room. Therefore, it is crucial to secure bookcases to minimize the risk of damage and […]

What is Tsunami Insurance? Tsunami insurance is a type of coverage that protects the home, personal property and other assets in case of natural disasters like earthquakes or tsunamis. This article will explore how to buy tsunami insurance, what companies offer it, and if it’s worth your while. In short: Yes!   What is Tsunami […]

Do You Need Earthquake Insurance? How Much Coverage Do You Need? It is a question that many homeowners are asking these days. In fact, there has been an increase in the number of earthquakes recently and more people are going to want to ensure that their home will be safe from them. Luckily for individuals […]

  Earthquake Food Supplies If an earthquake hits your city or state, it’s important to have the necessary food supplies to feed yourself and your family. Here are some long shelf life options that you should consider: Most Servings 9 ReadyWise Emergency Food Supply, Freeze-Dried Survival-Food Disaster Kit Check Price Variety Pack 8.8 Prep Basics […]

  Earthquake Safety And Preparedness Tips Your family needs to be prepared before an earthquake hits. Remember that unlike other natural disasters, earthquakes occur with little to no warning. Invest your time to make sure that you, your family, and your property is properly prepared. You never know when an earthquake will strike. If you […]

Earthquake Safety at Home First things first… your home needs to be prepared BEFORE the earthquake. Please invest your time into the safety of your family and home. You never know when an earthquake will strike. If you live in an area at risk for earthquakes, there are you can take to minimize risk for […]

  The Cascadia Subduction Zone The Cascadia subduction zone runs seven hundred miles off the coast of the Pacific Northwest. It starts at the northern end of California near Cape Mendocino, runs up the entire length of Oregon and Washington, and continues to at least the middle of Vancouver Island, Canada. The “Cascadia” part of […]