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CDC Uses Zombie Comic Book to Teach About Disasters

2:27 pm, October 19, 2011

In its continuing quest to teach people about disaster preparedness, the CDC has put out a comic book about a zombie outbreak.

 

Sorry: Tragic Events Help the Economy

10:00 am, September 15, 2011

Bad news, disastrous weather and war may all play a part in adding jobs.

 

How to Spot a Flood-Damaged Used Car

2:30 pm, September 09, 2011

Here’s how to prevent wasting your hard-earned cash on a fishing boat on wheels.

 

Study Finds Families Ill-Prepared for Disasters

4:00 pm, September 05, 2011

A survey based on just two fundamental aspects of emergency preparedness – having an emergency kit and an family communication plan – finds that most Americans ...

 

Flood Insurance: How to Decide If It's Right for You

12:30 pm, September 01, 2011

As always, a natural disaster sends people running for their nearest insurer. But flood insurance is only worthwhile for some, and the cost should give anyone pause.
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Banks Waive Fees in States Hit by Irene

9:24 am, August 31, 2011

Several banks are waiving a variety of fees for customers hard hit by Hurricane Irene.

 

The Cloudy Predictions of Long-Term Forecasts

3:52 pm, August 30, 2011

While some weather services will tell you the weather up to 15 days in advance, you probably shouldn’t put too much stock in it.

 

Hurricane Scam Alert: Post-Disaster Predators

12:00 pm, August 30, 2011

Scammers are known to come out in droves after natural disasters, attempting to swindle distraught homeowners and charitable onlookers out of their hard-earned cash. ...

 

Hurricane-Related Flood Damage? Few Homes Covered

10:30 am, August 30, 2011

Hurricane Irene is providing a painful reminder that the vast majority of homeowners insurance policies do not cover damage from flooding.

 

7 Tips to File a Post-Irene Insurance Claim

1:29 pm, August 29, 2011

Increase your chances of getting a proper insurance settlement from Hurricane Irene or any other disaster with these tips.

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