"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." This summer has been an unfortunate reminder that you truly can’t predict the weather. Especially if you ...

I'd consider myself a "prepper lite." I.e., I don't have a hidden bunker or a bug-out bag all packed and ready, but my husband and I do have a dedicated space in our basement for survival gear in the ...

Only 51% of Americans say they’re prepared for a long-term disaster, which may explain the appeal of Costco’s $3,000 ReadyWise Emergency Food Supply Kit — a one-person, yearlong stockpile of ...

George Larson, executive director of Meals on Wheels Western South Dakota, explains how the organization prepares seniors for ...

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September is National Preparedness Month, and it falls right in the heart of hurricane season. For homebound, food-insecure seniors, flooding can mean more than inconvenience. It can mean complete ...

When disaster strikes, you want to be ready. Emergency experts recommend having supplies to last several days on your own, since help might not arrive immediately after a major event. A well-stocked ...

In an ever-changing world, staying ready for emergency situations like a natural disaster or a quick relocation should be on everyone’s list. In such situations, you must know what to pack for the ...

John Musselman reports on the volunteer efforts by GlobalMedic, as they prepare emergency food kits to help residents in Jamaica impacted by Hurricane Melissa.

Hurricanes are powerful storms that can cause significant damage. Having a hurricane survival kit prepared can help you and your family stay safe and comfortable if a hurricane hits. Putting together ...