Earthquake
Do you need earthquake insurance if you don't live on the coast?
You can't count on traditional homeowners insurance to reimburse damages after a tremor.
Preparing your home for an earthquake
Before an earthquake happens, help prepare your family and your home with these earthquake preparation tips.
What to do after an earthquake
Steps to stay safe after an earthquake and ways to help protect your property.
Fire prevention
Help protect your home against common causes of house fires
House fires can start in various ways, all resulting in danger. Familiarize yourself with these fire prevention tips to help reduce the risk.
Extension cord safety: What to do and what to avoid
Don't let your extension cords become potential fire hazards.
11 signs you should think about rewiring your home
Home electrical fires are often related to wiring problems. Is your home at risk?
Flood
Flooded basement? How to deal with common causes
Wet basement problems can cost you thousands of dollars. Here are steps to help identify the source of the water and ways to minimize your risk.
What to do if your car has flood damage
If your car was partially submerged in floodwater, follow our checklist for assessing flood damage afterwards.
Sump pump basics
Find out how sump pumps can help prevent water from damaging your home or business.
Hurricane
Preparing your boat for a hurricane
Before hurricane season hits, consider preparing your boat in case of a storm. Some advance planning can help protect your boat in a hurricane.
Weathering the storm: essential tips for hurricane preparedness
Actions you can take to help protect your family, home and property when preparing for a hurricane.
What to do after a hurricane
Helpful tips to prevent further water damage, safely begin cleaning up and finding a contractor to help repair damage to your property.
Severe weather
Lightning safety
Know what to do in order to avoid injury and property damage when lightning strikes.
Pay attention to straight line winds
How to stay safe from these winds that can severely damage homes, landscapes and people.
Ways to stay safe during a severe storm or wind event
Preparing for a severe storm or wind emergency may help minimize damage to your property.
Tornado
Tornado safety: How to prepare
Don't wait for the sirens or phone alert warnings. Here's how to be prepared for a tornado.
What to do during a tornado
If your area is under a tornado watch or tornado warning, it's time to be prepared and take action. Keep these tornado safety tips in mind.
What to do after a tornado
When the calm before the tornado becomes the chaos after it, use these tips to help recover and stay safe.
Wildfire
Wildfire safety: What to do before a wildfire
Tips to help you assess your risk and identify ways to help protect your home and family.
What to do after a wildfire
The aftermath of a wildfire can feel overwhelming. When you get the all-clear to return home, know where to start and how to stay safe as you recover.
Winter storm
Winter car tips
Help prepare your car for winter with these tips.
What is hypothermia? Signs and causes
Hypothermia is a misunderstood condition that's caused by prolonged exposure to cold temperatures.
What are the best tires for winter driving?
Know the tires you need for winter driving, and how to maintain them for increased tire safety.
Being prepared for bad weather
Emergency kit supplies to include
Having emergency kit supplies prepared ahead of time may give you the resources you and your family need to stay safe.
How a storm shelter or safe room can help protect against severe weather
Constructing a storm shelter space within your home can help protect you from natural disasters and weather emergencies.
Prepare a babysitter checklist
Consider putting together a checklist for yourself and a list of important information about your child, family and home to help prepare your babysitter.
After the storm
Pros and cons of metal roofs for your home
The benefits of a metal roof may outweigh traditional asphalt shingles, especially when you consider a metal roof lifespan.
Portable Generator Safety
Check out these portable generator safety tips for when you need to provide temporary power to your home or wherever you need it.
Help protect yourself from contractor scams
If your area got hit hard with a catastrophe or weather event, shady contractors may arrive offering repairs. Learn tips that might help you spot them.
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