The COVID-19 pandemic has brought overwhelming grief to many families. As part of the recently enacted American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, FEMA will provide financial assistance to help with […]
It has been said that cats and dogs have the ability to sense when severe weather is approaching. But is this the best way to get weather alerts and warnings? […]
Safe Place Selfie day is at 11:11 AM on April 7th! All types of weather events have one thing in common: they can put you in an unsafe situation. One […]
As we near the end of the eight-day celebration of Passover, we wish our NECHAMA family near and far peace, joy, and cheer in the days to come! The past […]
In 2017, a storm system lasting over a week created severe hail and high wind damage, reaching from Minnesota to Texas to Virginia to New York. The Minneapolis metro area […]
Did you know that lightning reaches temperatures 5 times hotter than the surface of the sun? Lightning safety can save your life! Have you ever found yourself outdoors, when suddenly […]
Do you know that an estimated 16 million thunderstorms happen on our planet every year? And at any given time there are around 2,000 storms happening? Storm Safety: Know Your […]
After a flood, damage can be both visible and invisible. Flood damage can be seen in destroyed homes and buildings. Structural damage is visible in collapsed ceilings and damaged drywall. […]
During a flood, water levels and the rate that water is flowing can change quickly. Your safety in flooded areas can be difficult to determine during the day. The safety […]
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