Some disasters don’t just destroy cities—they reshape civilizations. From volcanic eruptions that blotted out the sun to ...

A disaster recovery plan covers all the steps necessary to enable a business to return to normal operation in the event of a disaster or incident such as a flood, fire or major information system ...

The U.S. government is often a rapid responder when disasters—such as disease outbreaks, hurricanes, tsunamis, and terrorist attacks—strike at home or abroad. In the United States, the president ...

The flooding of Houston and its surrounding areas caused by Hurricane Harvey is a blockbuster disaster movie made real. This is a human tragedy of epic proportions. The flooding of Houston and its ...

In the 1970's, California (U.S.) resources were severely taxed by major wildfire outbreaks. These incidents required the cooperation of multiple agencies that did not usually work together. Many ...

The first 72 hours after a disaster are the most critical. The most effective responses during this period come from those closest to the scene. Faith-based and community organizations play vital ...

President Donald Trump’s push to eliminate a federal disaster preparedness program threatens a fund used by state health ...

You never know when a disaster might strike your business, but this comprehensive disaster preparedness guide can help you successfully navigate one. Running a small business is hard enough without ...

Source: Kaite Cherry, photo courtesy of James A. Harvey, used with permission Though the COVID-19 pandemic has been called 'unprecedented,' disasters have been occurring across the globe for all human ...