Hurricanes can be scary, not only for you and your human family but for your furry four-legged friends. Each year, millions of pets are killed or left homeless by natural disasters. These tragedies can easily be prevented with just a bit of planning. These simple tips will help ensure pet safety during a hurricane. Make a List Whether you’re evacuating or braving the storm at home, it is important to make sure your pet supplies are well...

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Hurricanes damages can be not only devastating, but expensive, costing billions of dollars each year in the U.S. alone. While having insurance against natural disasters can be helpful, it doesn’t guarantee coverage against all damages and hurricane victims are sometimes left to fend for themselves. Fortunately, there are steps that can be taken to file a successful hurricane insurance claim. Safely assess and document damages Do not...

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On May 23, 2013 the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released outlook data on the 2013 hurricane season in the Atlantic Ocean. The report warns of an “above-normal” season with greater frequency and intensity of hurricanes. NOAA forecasts a hurricane season with a 70% chance of between 13-20 named storms, in which 7-11 would become hurricanes (tropical storms with sustained winds of 74 mph or greater), and...

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Hurricane formation relies on oceanic waters of 80°F or above, humid, warm air in surrounding areas, and high wind speeds. While the equation for hurricane formation appears simple, meteorologists claim that the devastation of these natural disasters could be magnified by a single factor: climate change. Since the creation of hurricanes requires warmer temperatures of both waters and air, an increase in the Earth’s temperature accounted...

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Tropical Storm Barbara picked up momentum late Tuesday and early Wednesday, heading toward a scarcely populated area of Mexico’s southern Pacific coast. Officials in the coastal state of Oaxaca prepped emergency shelters and ended classes early, as a hurricane warning was issued for the Pacific coast from Puerto Angel to Barra de Tonala. Local ports had been closed near Puerto Angel, Puerto Escondido and Huatulco. Salina Cruz, where...

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We all know that when the power is out during a severe thunderstorm or hurricane, it becomes really tiresome for adults. By this token, we can only imagine how tiresome it can be for children. While the physical safety of your children during a storm is important, many often forget the mental and psychological safety during a storm. We’ve come up with some ways to help you wait out the storm peacefully with your children, especially when...

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