Disaster Planning Articles

Renters Insurance Coverage for Hurricane Damage

Does Renters Insurance Cover Power Outages?

In a Flash, Lightning Can Fry Every Appliance (and More) in a Home. But Saving Homes From Lightning Strikes Isn’t Impossible.

Blackouts Can End in a Blink. What Happens When the Lights Are Out for Days or Weeks?

What They Grabbed Before a Natural Disaster Hit

A Hurricane Destroyed His Home. The Renovation Was a Bigger Disaster.

Caught in Chaos, They Made the Best of a Worst-Case Scenario

They faced incredible loss & destruction, but survivors & first responders in some of the worst natural catastrophes in history discovered ingenious ways to help save lives.

“A Smoke Alarm Saved My Life”

The piercing sound of a smoke alarm saved this homeowner's life.

With the Neighborhood in Ruins, He Doubled Down to Keep His Cafe Open

When the Roof Collapsed, I Knew Our Family Business Was Gone

In a Blackout, Reaching Out for Help Requires a Plan. Low-Tech Solutions Might Save the Day

Rescue Stories from the Houston Flooding: “We’d Bang on Roofs and Listen for People Inside”

They Had Minutes to Pack and Flee Before the Flood

“We Prepared for Two Inches of Water, Not Five Feet.”

They Wanted a Bigger Living Room. They Got an Indoor Waterpark

From Indoor Waterfalls To Mosquito Larvae, Learn From One Contractor's Remodel Horror Stories.

Fleeing Disaster, Pet Owners Face the Impossible

Pet owners face a different challenge in disasters: keeping the family pets safe and calm in the chaos. Hear from disaster survivors and animal specialists who have been there.

She Raced a Fire That Scorched 40,000 Acres in 12 Hours and Lost Almost Everything

It Sounded Like Artillery Shells Hitting the Roof

I Can Still Hear the Sound of the Fire

"You Could Hear Crackling and Popping... Like Kindling in a Fireplace."

It Was a Run-for-your-life Evacuation

When Your Teenager Tells You, “I've Got This”

This Mom’s Trouble Sounded like a Million Trains Coming

Even if your home is considered outside the danger zone you could still be at risk Learn about the importance of flood insurance before disaster strikes.

High Winds Can Cause More Havoc Than You Think. Is Your House Ready?

Experts offer steps to protect your home from potential damage caused by tornadoes, hailstorms and other strong-wind disasters.

Evacuating Natural Disasters with Children

How to Prepare for an Event That Feels "Like a Truck Slamming into Your House"

How Can Insurance Help Me Prepare for a Flood Disaster?

Genius Ideas for Disaster-proofing Heirlooms and Mementos in Your Home

A Home Fire Story: “the Cat Was Swaddled in a Firefighter's Jacket Getting Oxygen”

At 2 A.M., I Woke Up to See the Bedroom Walls Bowing In

Nine Steps to Help Get Hurricane Ready

You may think you know what do in a disaster, but are you prepared? Here are nine manageable steps to help you get ready before the next extreme storm.

Snap a Selfie with Your Contractor and Other Post-disaster Recovery Tips

The impact of a natural disaster can be devastating enough. Here are some tips to avoid being taken advantage of after a natural disaster. Read more.

The Essential Survival Guide for Blizzards