Dealing with Specific Disasters

Having an emergency plan and a disaster supply kit will help you manage in almost every kind of crisis, whether natural or caused by humans.  However, each situation requires specific kinds of preparation and action.

Read through these webpages to familiarize yourself with the variety of hazards and what to do.  Even if some are not likely to be a danger in your community, you may encounter them during your travels.

For those disasters you are most likely to experience at home, use the tips here as starting points and reminders.  Contact your local emergency management agency and do your own research to add to your knowledge.

• Thunderstorms
• Floods
• Hurricanes
• Tornadoes
• Earthquakes
• Extreme Temperatures
• Fires
• Volcanoes
• Hazardous Materials
• Nuclear Power
• Terrorist Attacks