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Hurricane vs. Typhoon: What's the Difference?
Hurricane vs. Typhoon: What's the Difference?

Hurricane vs. Typhoon: What's the Difference?

Typhoons and hurricanes, if you prefer, are named differently depending on where they form. Essentially, both are severe tropical storms that form over warm oceanic waters with high winds and...

29/05/2025
Is It Safe to Shower During a Thunderstorm?
Is It Safe to Shower During a Thunderstorm?

Is It Safe to Shower During a Thunderstorm?

This is one of those questions that many people haven’t thought about: is it safe to shower during a thunderstorm? Sure, taking a shower might seem like a harmless part...

27/04/2025
Can You Outrun a Tornado While Driving? Plus Some Safety Tips
Can You Outrun a Tornado While Driving? Plus Some Safety Tips

Can You Outrun a Tornado While Driving? Plus Some Safety Tips

Many people wonder if it is possible to outrun a tornado by car, especially with all the footage of storm chasers driving toward them at high speeds. While this might...

23/04/2025
When Does Hurricane Season Start in Florida? Prepare For Safety!
When Does Hurricane Season Start in Florida? Prepare For Safety!

When Does Hurricane Season Start in Florida? Prepare For Safety!

Florida's a state that invites you for beach days but doesn’t warn you about the possibility of storms. It has sunshine and palm trees, but then hurricane season arrives uninvited...

21/04/2025
Top Ten Places That Hurricanes Happen In the US and How to Prepare Against Their Risks
Top Ten Places That Hurricanes Happen In the US and How to Prepare Against Their Risks

Top Ten Places That Hurricanes Happen In the US and How to Prepare Against Their Risks

Hurricanes are dangerous tropical cyclones that develop in areas where ocean temperatures remain warm. They manifest when storm systems that reach wind speeds above 74 mph generate heavy rainfall and...

19/04/2025
When is Tornado Season in Texas?
When is Tornado Season in Texas?

When is Tornado Season in Texas?

In the United States, tornadoes are a major natural hazard, particularly in Texas, where the topography and temperature provide ideal conditions for these violent storms. Staying safe during these erratic...

14/04/2025
Tornado Watch vs. Warning: Understanding the Difference and Staying Prepared
Tornado Watch vs. Warning: Understanding the Difference and Staying Prepared

Tornado Watch vs. Warning: Understanding the Difference and Staying Prepared

Your phone buzzes with a tornado alert—now what? Should you take cover immediately, or is it simply a reminder to stay alert? Many people mix up tornado watches and warnings,...

08/04/2025
When is Tornado Season? A Comprehensive Guide to Staying Safe
When is Tornado Season? A Comprehensive Guide to Staying Safe

When is Tornado Season? A Comprehensive Guide to Staying Safe

Tornadoes are one of nature's most destructive forces, capable of devastating large areas in a short period. Imagine a tornado ripping through your neighborhood with barely any warning. That’s exactly...

02/04/2025
When is Tornado Season in Oklahoma?
When is Tornado Season in Oklahoma?

When is Tornado Season in Oklahoma?

Oklahoma is located on Tornado Alley, known for its severe thunderstorms and destructive tornadoes. While tornadoes can happen at any time of year, the busiest months are typically April through...

26/03/2025
How to Survive a Tornado? Life-Saving Advice!
How to Survive a Tornado? Life-Saving Advice!

How to Survive a Tornado? Life-Saving Advice!

Nature is unpredictable. Disasters come and go in the blink of an eye. The wise step in such circumstances is to educate yourself on how to survive a tornado. Tornadoes...

26/03/2025
A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Build a Do It Yourself Tornado Shelter
A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Build a Do It Yourself Tornado Shelter

A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Build a Do It Yourself Tornado Shelter

Tornadoes are inevitable and unstoppable, but preparation can mitigate their devastating impact. If you live in an area prone to these devastating storms, creating a do-it-yourself tornado shelter could be...

26/03/2025
What are the signs of a tornado?
What are the signs of a tornado?

What are the signs of a tornado?

Tornadoes are among the most dangerous and destructive natural forces on the planet. They can level entire towns within minutes. Tornadoes form when warm, moist air collides with cold, dry...

26/03/2025
What States Are in Tornado Alley?
What States Are in Tornado Alley?

What States Are in Tornado Alley?

You may have heard the term Tornado Alley. It is a section of the central USA that experiences the greatest number of tornadoes. The central U.S. has a unique topography...

26/03/2025
Flood Safety: Comprehensive Flood Preparedness Guide
Flood Safety: Comprehensive Flood Preparedness Guide

Flood Safety: Comprehensive Flood Preparedness Guide

Floods strike unexpectedly, causing significant destruction. While such a disaster is inevitable, that doesn't mean you cannot do anything about it. With a bit of courage and preparedness, you can...

05/03/2025
Flood Response Guide: How and Why to Act Immediately
Flood Response Guide: How and Why to Act Immediately

Flood Response Guide: How and Why to Act Immediately

Sudden and spontaneous disasters are the most challenging because they cause panic and leave you feeling paralyzed. Among such disasters, flooding is considered to be the worst of them all....

03/03/2025