WIS News 10 - Columbia, South Carolina |Weather Safety
All thunderstorms are dangerous, and every thunderstorm produces lightning.
Heat kills by pushing the human body beyond its limits. In extreme heat and high humidity, evaporation is slowed and the body must work extra hard to maintain a normal temperature.
One of the most dramatic, damaging, and potentially deadly events that occur in this country is a hurricane. The force of the wind alone can cause tremendous devastation.
There are are more than 80,000 dams in the United States, according to the 2007 update to the National Inventory of Dams.
FEMA and the Americean Red Cross maintains systems to help you find your loved ones.
Your first concern after a disaster is your family's health and safety. You need to consider possible safety issues and monitor family health and well-being.
The American Red Cross and other volunteer agencies can provide you with food, water and clothing. Listen to your radio or watch local media for the location of the nearest volunteer agency
For immediate housing needs, the American Red Cross and other volunteer agencies set up shelters for people who cannot return to their homes. Listen to your radio or watch local media for the location
Here are some general tips on returning to your home after a disaster.
Here are some general tips to dealing with wildlife after a disaster.
The emotional toll that disaster brings can sometimes be even more devastating than the financial strains and damage.
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