Every year seems to bring new disasters to different regions of the United States. Hurricanes in the Southwest. Ice storms in Texas. Floods in the Northeast. Wildfires in Hawaii. Whereas once people ...

Having a go bag ready can make a chaotic, terrifying moment a little more manageable. Natural disasters are becoming more common. Wildfires taking out neighborhoods, floodwaters washing out roads and ...

When disaster strikes, having a well-prepared go bag can save precious time and reduce the stress of the situation. Here’s a quick guide to packing your summer go bag so you and your loved ones are ...

The Los Angeles County fires are serving as a reminder to be ready in the event of a wildfire evacuation. Cal Fire advises residents assemble their emergency kit before a disaster hits. Experts say ...

Prepare a go-bag with essentials like food, water, and personal care items in case of evacuation. Include important documents, electronic devices, and chargers in your go-bag. Have a shelter-in-place ...

Look for a durable, lightweight, water-resistant backpack with padded straps and multiple compartments. Leave your roller suitcase in the closet, since it will pose problems if roads are blocked or ...

Contents of a mini go-bag Philadelphia city staff gave out at a preparedness event in Eastwick earlier this month. Items include a pill box, a first aid kit, an emergency tool that can break a car ...

Friday is the 24th anniversary of the Nisqually earthquake, the most powerful to strike Washington state in a generation. It caused at least $2 billion in damage. With natural disasters like ...

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - With Hurricane Season just beginning, it is not too late to start preparing your ‘Go-Bag.’ Jennifer Wilburn joined NewsChannel 7 Today on behalf of the Bay County ...

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