North Pacific Cyclone Activity Expected Close to Normal
July 26, 2008
The region will experience 30 tropical cyclones and 19 typhoons, which is considered average or slightly above average, The latest updated prediction of seasonal tropical cyclone activity for the North Pacific this year by Reinsurance broker Guy Carpenter & Co llc predicts. The report indicates... Read more »
Travel Insurance for Hurricane Season - What You Need To Know
July 13, 2008
Tropical Storm Bertha is currently blowing in the Atlantic, and the August peak of hurricane season is coming soon. With experts forecasting higher than usual hurricane activity this June through November, Squaremouth, America’s fastest growing travel insurance comparison web site, today announces... Read more »
Post - Earthquake: how to keep your home safe
May 25, 2008
Sometimes earthquakes can barely be felt and live goes on as normal afterwards. However, even small earthquakes may cause devastating damage to your home over time. Often the damage to your home occurs after the earthquake, rather than during the earthquake. Here are several self-inspections you can... Read more »
Tornado Preparedness: Tips for Family Safety
May 19, 2008
With the arrival of spring comes the threat of severe weather and dangerous tornadoes that can strike without warning. Did you know: 1. More than 1000 tornadoes occur each year. At least 20 of those will be violent. 2. Tornadoes are most likely to strike between 5-7 p-m. 3. May and June have the most... Read more »
Community Disaster Preparedness Tips - Plan Ahead of Time
May 8, 2008
There are about a hundred different things one could do to prepare for natural disaster and to be safe and well for when this happens. Sometimes a major emergency is as simple as a lonngggg blackout or a severe storm. Emergencies can happen everywhere, so be prepared. Besides immediate responsiveness... Read more »
Emergency Preparedness: Canada Gets Ready This Week
May 3, 2008
May 4-10 marks Canada’s Emergency Preparedness week. It is an annual initiative by the Canadian government to ensure the safety and preparedness of its constituents. To enable first-responders to focus on people who are in urgent need, this year’s theme is “72 hours - Is your family... Read more »
