Disaster Preparedness

During disasters, pets are often the most vulnerable members of the household. Fear, loud noises, evacuation chaos, and ...

Older adults face unique risks during disasters. Reduced mobility, chronic medical conditions, and sensory limitations c...

During major disasters, communication systems often fail within minutes. Phone calls do not go through, messages are del...

Disasters strike without warning, and when they do, families are the most vulnerable unit. Children, elderly members, an...

Aftershocks are one of the most dangerous phases following a major earthquake. Many serious injuries occur not during th...

The first 72 hours after an earthquake are the most dangerous and decisive period. Emergency services are overwhelmed, i...

Nighttime earthquakes are especially dangerous. Darkness, confusion, and sudden waking cause people to move blindly into...

Experiencing an earthquake while driving is extremely dangerous. Vehicles can lose control, roads can crack, and surroun...

During earthquakes, buildings often remain standing—but people are injured by what falls inside them. In many disaster r...

Being outdoors during an earthquake can be safer than being inside—if you act correctly. The greatest outdoor dangers co...