The Essence of National Preparedness Month: Why It Matters As September winds to a close, National Preparedness Month concludes, leaving us with more than just checklists and emergency plans. It leaves us with an awareness of something profound, our vulnerability and desire for security. National Preparedness Month often conjures images of meticulously organized disaster kits, …

A Guide to Traveling Abroad – Summer Adventure Awaits! Traveling to another country is an exhilarating experience, filled with new sights, sounds, and flavors. It’s an opportunity to immerse ourselves in different cultures, broaden our horizons, and create lifelong memories. While the excitement of exploring foreign lands is undeniable, it’s essential to remember the importance …

Prepare for a storm – NOW! While it is wonderful that California is seeing the rain that we need, it is so important to prepare ahead of time for the storms ahead of us. Wind, rain and potential flooding have all the trappings of life-threatening dangers. Let’s start the new year off with safety in …

June is Pet Preparedness Month! Natural disasters are now part of our lives and we are vulnerable. This makes our pets vulnerable as well. Whether it’s earthquakes, wildfires or tornadoes, we need to prepare our family. It is important to prepare for a disaster and it’s equally important to include your pets in your emergency …