A flashlight, hand warmers, batteries and other supplies are shown as examples of items that should be included in an emergency kit. September is National Preparedness Month, and local EMA directors ...

Beyond basic supplies, a weather radio, physical map, whistle, dust mask, and manual can opener may be needed when tornadoes are possible. Emergency kits and safety plans are important to have during ...

While tornadoes are more common in some parts of the U.S. and at certain times of year, they can happen anywhere, any time.

Mayor Wilson delays Ballard camp removal, sparking debate on Seattle's homeless strategy The decision to postpone the scheduled removal of a homeless camp may signal how Mayor Katie Wilson will ...

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - As we anticipate severe weather activity moving into our area, many divisions of emergency management have told us that ‘go-kits’ are a great resource to make sure you’re ...

RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- September is National Preparedness Month, and Wake County officials are urging people to take proactive steps now to be ready in case disaster strikes. Emergency management ...

TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - Meals on Wheels of East Texas is prepared with emergency meal kits ahead of severe weather. Over the past month, Meals on Wheels has been collecting items for their emergency ...