Floodwaters are rising. A fire has broken out next door. A tornado siren blares overhead. In a crisis, every second counts and every decision matters. Having a fully stocked emergency go bag means you ...

Prepare a go-bag with essentials like food, water, and personal care items in case of evacuation. Include important documents, electronic devices, and chargers in your go-bag. Have a shelter-in-place ...

As firefighters work to bring the Pickett Fire under containment, Napa County and state disaster preparedness experts continue to emphasize two key things: "go-bags" and evacuation plans. A go-bag is ...

When it comes to personal safety, no one ever wants to imagine that the worst could ever happen to themselves or their loved ones. But whether you live in an area that is prone to natural disasters or ...

Preparing an emergency go bag can be overwhelming. It can be hard to know exactly what to pack. Buying food and supplies or opting for a premade survival kit can be expensive. And the task of ...

When an evacuation order comes in at three in the morning and you have minutes to leave, panic sets in fast. The question isn ...

National Emergency Management Agency (Nema) recommends a small bag for each person with essentials, such as sturdy walking ...

In preparation for an emergency evacuation, families should have emergency "go bags" packed so they are ready to leave at a moments notice. Go bags should be easy to carry and hold a few essentials ...

In today’s unpredictable world, being prepared for medical emergencies is more crucial than ever. Whether you’re hiking in the wilderness, facing a natural disaster, or simply want to be ready for ...

What comes to mind when you think of an emergency bag? Most likely water, batteries, a flashlight and maybe a few protein bars — the survival basics. But there’s one critical kit most people forget: a ...

Fire season is in full swing. On July 1, the Oregon Department of Forestry declared the start of the season, enacting limitations on fire usage, and earlier this week lightening strikes ignited ...

A pharmacist created a hospital go-bag for his 93-year-old father. The idea is catching on, since nearly a quarter of older people who go to the emergency department end up being admitted. Maybe at ...