Last night’s tragic tornadoes in Texas serve as a reminder that deadly storms can form and escalate with little warning. The best time to prepare for a Tornado or severe storm is before it hits. So prepare today. Here are some helpful hints for how to prepare: Build an emergency kit. Tips for building the kit can [...]
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At Home: A Guest Blog from Rescue Cpt. Michael Morse
It was weird watching Hurricane Sandy through my front window rather than through the windshield of Rescue 5. It seems as though every major storm that passed through New England over the last twenty some odd years waited for me to start my tour. Sad truth is, I liked that just fine. It’s easy being [...]
What You Need to Know About Flood Insurance
In the wake of Hurricane Sandy, many homeowners are dealing with Flooding damages. We wanted to provide you with some basic Flood Insurance information* so you can be sure you are fully protected: Standard homeowners insurance does NOT cover flooding: Your homeowners insurance policy will not cover flooding damage. Only Flood Insurance covers this kind of [...]
Hurricane Sandy Emergency Resources and Information
As Hurricane Sandy whirls her way ashore–teaming up with winter storm conditions and a full moon as she does so–it’s becoming more and more clear that this storm has the potential to be extremely dangerous and damaging to communities all along the East Coast. Late last week, we posted tips on how to prepare your family, [...]
Hurricane Season: Preparing for the Storm
It’s official, guys. It is Hurricane Season. Okay, so it’s been hurricane season. The 2012 Atlantic and Caribbean hurricane season began on June 1 and ends November 30. The Eastern Pacific hurricane season kicked off May 15 and wraps up November 30. So maybe we’re a little late to the party. But according to FEMA, [...]
Seasonal Fire Safety
Springtime is a beautiful time of year – but it also begins the lead up to several dangerous weather related seasons. One such dangerous season is fire season, which runs from summer to fall, and is especially threatening to our western states. The best time to prepare for fire season is before it starts – [...]
Protecting Your Home Against a Hurricane
Hurricane season is here, and with it comes the risk of damaging storms in coastal areas. While your primary goal should be emergency supplies and an evacuation plan to keep you and your family safe, there are also some steps to take to protect your home from catastrophic damage. One of the biggest keys to [...]
Hurricane Safety Information
Hurricane season is upon us, after a violent spring storm season. Hopefully, we’ve seen the worst of the severe weather for the year, but it pays to be prepared. The NWS National Hurricane Center has some great resources for learning more about hurricanes, their dangers, and safety precautions you should take. It will help you [...]
Joplin, MO Tornado Information
Last evening, a massive tornado struck Joplin, MO – leaving at least 89 dead and many residents homeless. Between 25-30% of the city suffered significant damage, including a local hospital and school. Officials are urging residents to stay at home if possible, and extensive search and rescue efforts are underway. Joplin officials ask that any [...]
Alabama Tornado Response
On Wednesday evening, a series of storms swept throughout the southern states, hitting Alabama especially hard. Authorities estimate that as many as 231 people have been killed in 6 states, making this one of the most devastating tornado outbreaks in the country’s history. Our thoughts and prayers are with all who are affected by this [...]
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