Most Americans aren't prepared for a disaster, but more and more are becoming cognizant of the need to build a well-stocked emergency kit in the event of severe weather or other major crises.

Ted S. Warren AP What’s in an earthquake emergency kit? Like with any natural disaster, an earthquake can leave people stuck ...

Build a kit with several days’ supply of nonperishable ... Local, state and federal agencies are available to assist in disaster recovery including the following: Practice your plan with family ...

On Thursday, Hancock County COAD led another public education session on how to prepare disaster kits to grab quickly in an emergency. GREENFIELD — It’s impossible to predict when disaster ...