"Be prepared for an emergency" is an expression often heard, but how many of us actually are? Take a little time now to prepare your household by putting together this emergency kit that can be...
Save money by putting together an on-the-road emergency preparedness kit yourself.
Hiking is a great way to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Make sure you bring along all the...
Fireworks can make any celebration seem extra special. Learn to use them safely and your party will always be a blast.
With a little preparation, time doesn't have to be your enemy in the event of a heart attack. These guidelines follow the recommendations of the American Heart Association.
You've probably heard all the reasons 'why' - now check out the 'hows' of quitting, based on the recommendations of the American Cancer Society.
You can take steps to secure the items in your home so that both you and your possessions remain safe during an earthquake. These guidelines follow the recommendations of the Governor of...
While it is best to store water beforehand, you can purify water several ways.
Earthquakes, hurricanes, tornadoes, and natural disasters of any kind can be less traumatic if you take steps to store water for your family.
During an emergency, you may need to collect and drink water from sources you never dreamed of - thereby saving your life. (Also see "How to Purify Water During an Emergency.")
Community support will be very important if a major emergency disrupts basic services.
It's important for every home to have a well-stocked first aid kit. When injuries happen, having necessary medical materials within easy reach can help minimize bleeding, swelling and trauma that...
Natural disasters and other major events have the potential to cause problems with the supply of electricity to your home. Here's how you can prepare for power disruption.
These guidelines follow the recommendations of Pacific Gas & Electric, the American Red Cross and the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services.
The main thing to remember during an earthquake is to "duck and cover." Here are some guidelines to staying safe.
If you live in an earthquake-prone area, it's wise to prepare your family well in advance for the next "Big One." These guidelines follow the recommendations of the California Governor's Office of...
There's more to pedestrian safety than "looking both ways." These guidelines follow the recommendations of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
For children who ride buses to school, the greatest danger lies in approaching or leaving the school bus. Children can prevent accidents by learning and practicing basic traffic-safety rules.
These guidelines follow the recommendations of Pacific Gas and Electric Company and the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services.
These guidelines follow the recommendations of the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services.
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