We’re all for protecting our peace and avoiding doomscrolling, but taking simple steps to feel prepared can help calm anxiety. If things do go sideways – like power outages, supply chain issues, or ...

Hurricane Hilary has worked up to a Category 4 hurricane. By the time it reaches Southern California, it’s expected to be a tropical storm. Are you ready? You should have an emergency kit on hand for ...

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Philadelphia averted a drinking water crisis following the chemical spill into the Delaware River, but the days-long scare served as a reminder that disaster can strike at any time and that it's ...

It's the sort of scenario we've all seen in movies but never imagine finding ourselves in: Your car breaks down on a desolate road, far from civilization, with nightfall approaching or inclement ...

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SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — National Weather Service (NWS) officials say you never know when you will encounter winter weather or an emergency road closure, which is why they suggest everyone have an ...

The North Coast is experiencing a “mess of wintry precipitation” as that could last through the weekend. No one plans to get stuck in their car in a snowbank or waiting for a tow truck as snow piles ...