An emergency kit is an essential must-have for any hiker, even if you are traveling a short distance. Experts say the best ones have everything you need to deal with the most common emergencies hikers ...

As geopolitical tensions rise, Ready.gov guidance urges every US household to maintain emergency supplies for several days ...

Could you survive off of your own food, water and other supplies for a few days if you needed to? That’s the definition of “emergency preparedness,” according to the U.S. Department of Homeland ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The Atlantic hurricane season rolls around every year. The dates don't change; the season runs from June 1 through Nov. 30. The ...

Emergency managers say it is critical to have a safety kit and plan in place before severe weather. Here's what you should ...

There is a winter storm predicted to hit the eastern two-thirds of the U.S., starting in Texas and Oklahoma and eventually moving up through Washington D.C., New York, Boston and a final cold front ...

Some experts are recommending people build digital emergency kits — stocking essentials for cell phones, tablets and other electronic devices — in addition to traditional emergency supplies.

Above everything else, the most important thing to remember is to remain calm and have an emergency preparedness plan. If you tackle the situation with a clear head and know what steps to take, you’re ...

Top view of emergency backpack preparations with necessities (doble-d//iStockphoto) When disaster hits in Washington state, it pays to be prepared. “After an emergency, you may need to survive on your ...

Over the past few weeks, Bartholomew County has seen its fair share of weather-related emergencies, from flooding to ...