How to Build a Family Emergency Plan: A Room-by-Room Guide
A practical, room-by-room guide to building a family emergency plan—covering escape routes, family communication, wildfire and storm prep, and power outages.
Apartment and High-Rise Fire Safety: What to Do and How to Prepare
Apartment fire safety starts with knowing your building's emergency plan and checking that your alarms work. During a fire, follow the building's procedures and the instructions of emergency respon...
Pet Fire Safety: Home Hazards and an Escape Plan
Pet fire safety starts with keeping pets away from ignition sources and preparing an escape plan before an emergency. This guide explains common household hazards, how to prepare leashes and carrie...
Fall Home Safety Checklist: 5 Things to Check Before the Heating Season
A practical fall checklist before the heating season: HVAC filter, smoke and CO alarms, drafts, roof and gutters, heating equipment, and a home walk-through.
Wildfire Home Preparedness: What to Do Before You Need to Evacuate
Wildfire preparedness isn't just for people who live next to a forest. Wildfire conditions can change quickly. Smoke can travel well beyond the immediate fire area. By August 30, 2026, over 51,000 ...
National Preparedness Month: Is Your Family Ready for Unexpected Home Emergencies?
Every September, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) sponsors National Preparedness Month. This annual campaign encourages families, schools, and communities. They should take steps towa...