Emergencies are an unfortunate part of life, but there are ways to be better prepared when they arise. To help you get started on building your own disaster-preparedness kit, we spoke with an expert ...

National Preparedness Month is recognized each September to promote family and community disaster planning now and throughout the year. This month, the Office of Resiliency will provide resources for ...

WHITEVILLE, N.C. (WECT) - Talks about Tropical Storm Erin are a reminder for people across the Cape Fear region to think about disaster preparedness, especially in the middle of hurricane season.

Climate change is making extreme weather events and natural hazards more frequent and intense. Here’s how to prepare before they hit. As the planet warms, one of the clearest direct consequences is ...

The American Red Cross is urging people to prepare for emergencies by creating go-kits and stay-at-home kits, making a plan ...

SPONSORED – FEMA disaster expert Cheryl Nelson shares critical preparedness strategies. Nelson, a meteorologist and instructor at the FEMA National Disaster Preparedness Training Center, will discuss ...

Get Your Family Ready and Safe. When a disaster strikes or a crisis breaks out, your first thoughts are often of family – especially your little ones. That’s why Save the Children launched Get Ready.

North Carolina disaster preparedness expert gives tips after flash floods Pet of the Day: Odie is a goodie! Pet of the Day / Feb 2, 2026 / 10:42 AM EST ...

The aftermath of Hurricane Katrina revealed significant deficiencies in public preparedness, unclear state guidance, and a shortage of pet-friendly emergency shelters, escalating the risks associated ...

HAMPTON ROADS, Va. — Danielle Nance and Kindra Haymaker join Coast Live with adoptable dog Jessica Jones to discuss disaster preparedness plans for Hurricane Season, and how to properly plan for your ...